The Fool
Above & Beyond Lyrics


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My life slips through you
To you I'm alone
Selfish sleeper
Careless wanderer
Selfish sleeper
Careless when it's obvious
Obvious
And the flowers soon will grow
If you just leave them alone
Patience comes and goes
Never there when you need it
Most
I still want you
Or are you the fool for not wanting me too
Wanting me too
Selfish sleeper
Careless wanderer
Selfish sleeper
Careless when it's obvious
Obvious
Confidence means let go
But I'm still searching for a stronghold
And you tell me not to go
But you walk into darkness
Alone
Don't haunt me
fool wandering
Don't haunt me
moons watching
And the flowers soon will grow
If you just leave them alone
Patience comes and goes




Never there when you need it
Most

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Above & Beyond's song "The Fool" depict a complex emotional state, characterized by a sense of longing, self-reflection, and confusion. The singer acknowledges their own flaws and tendencies towards selfishness and carelessness. They recognize their own vulnerability and the inevitability of their actions causing harm, as indicated by the line "Careless when it's obvious." The repeated references to being a "selfish sleeper" and a "careless wanderer" suggest a sense of disconnection and isolation from others.


The theme of unrequited love is also prominent in the lyrics. The singer expresses a desire for someone who may not reciprocate those feelings, questioning whether they are the fool for wanting someone who does not want them in return. This uncertainty is further reinforced by the line "And you tell me not to go, but you walk into darkness alone." It implies that despite being advised against it, the person they desire continues to pursue their own path, perhaps leaving the singer feeling haunted and abandoned.


The lyrics also touch upon the transient nature of patience and the ups and downs of relationships. The line "Patience comes and goes, never there when you need it most" reflects the unreliable nature of patience, which can be tested in moments of longing and vulnerability.


Overall, "The Fool" explores themes of self-awareness, longing, and the complexities of unrequited love. It delves into the internal struggles and contradictions that arise from navigating relationships and the emotional turmoil that accompanies them.


Line by Line Meaning

My life slips through you
You have control over my life and it feels like I am fading away


To you I'm alone
In your eyes, I am isolated and lonely


Selfish sleeper
Indulging in your own desires without concern for others


Careless wanderer
Casually exploring without considering the consequences


Selfish sleeper
Continuing to prioritize your own needs without regard for others


Careless when it's obvious
Not paying attention to what is clear and evident


Obvious
Clearly visible or noticeable


And the flowers soon will grow
With time, beauty and growth will emerge


If you just leave them alone
By not interfering or disrupting, development will occur naturally


Patience comes and goes
Sometimes patience is present, other times it is absent


Never there when you need it
Patience is often lacking when you require it the most


Most
In the majority of situations


I still want you
Despite everything, I still desire your presence


Or are you the fool for not wanting me too
Could it be that you are foolish for not desiring me in return?


Wanting me too
Desiring my companionship as well


Confidence means let go
To be self-assured, one must release control


But I'm still searching for a stronghold
However, I am still seeking stability and support


And you tell me not to go
You express your desire for me to stay


But you walk into darkness
Yet you venture into uncertainty and obscurity


Alone
Without companionship or assistance


Don't haunt me
Please do not linger as a haunting presence


fool wandering
A foolish individual aimlessly exploring


Don't haunt me
Please do not remain as a haunting presence


moons watching
The moon observes our actions


And the flowers soon will grow
Eventually, beauty and growth will emerge


If you just leave them alone
Without interference or disruption, development will occur naturally


Patience comes and goes
At times, patience is present, while at other times it vanishes


Never there when you need it
Patience often eludes you when you require it the most


Most
In the majority of situations




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Ava Burge, Ernesto Najera, Jacob Kennedy

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Juan Sebastian Rosas

amazing song

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where were you for the past 5 years

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