Pirate Bones
Bedingfield Natasha Lyrics
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And I still don't fit?
What if I bend myself so much that I break
And I can't mend it?
What if I burn so bright that the fire goes out
And I can't stay lit?
What's the point in it?
I could get good at crying crocodile tears
I could carry on telling you wanna hear
'Till my voice is gone
But if I finally get to the place that I think is home
And I don't belong
What's the point in it?
Where's the benefit?
When I'm gaining all but I'm losing it
It's not worth having
If it's too much to hold
You can dig so deep
That you're left with a hole
Thirsty in a desert with a bag full of gold
Don't wanna end up like pirate bones
What I thought was precious was just a pile o' stones
I might have the treasure but I'd be lying alone
Just a pile of pirate bones
If I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having
If it's something I stole it ain't worth having
What if I stake everything I am on a dream
And it's counterfeit?
If I reach the end that justifies the means
Could I live with it?
And if it's true that having too much of any good thing
Can only make me sick
What's the point in it
Where's the benefit
When I'm gaining all but I'm losing it
Oh, oh
It's not worth having
If it's too much to hold
You can dig so deep
That you're left with a hole
Thirsty in a desert with a bag full of gold
Don't wanna end up like pirate bones
What I thought was precious was just a pile o' stones
I might have the treasure but I'd be lying alone
Pile of bones
If I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having
If it's something I stole it ain't worth having
It's not worth that much to me
If losing out is what it means
To swim in shallow victory
Is empty, empty
It's just not worth the price
It's only a fools paradise
If it's draining every drop of life 'till I'm dry like pirate bones
It's not worth having
If it's too much to hold
You can dig so deep
That you're left with a hole
Thirsty in a desert with a bag full of gold
Don't wanna end up like pirate bones
What I thought was precious was just a pile o' stones
I might have the treasure but I'd be lying alone
Just a pile of pirate bones
If I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having
No,
Pirate bones
Pirate bones
Pirate bones
If I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having
If it's something I stole it ain't worth having
In the song "Pirate Bones" by Natasha Bedingfield, the artist questions the importance of material possessions and achievements in life. She ponders what would happen if she changes herself to fit in, or pursues a dream that ultimately turns out to be fake. She questions whether it's worth it to sacrifice one's values or soul for wealth, fame, or recognition, and emphasizes that true fulfillment and happiness cannot be achieved through these means.
The chorus of the song emphasizes this idea, stating that "it's not worth having if it's too much to hold," and compares the pursuit of material wealth to being like a thirsty pirate in the desert with a bag full of gold, ultimately leading to being left with nothing but bones. The song ends with the repetition of the phrase "if I forfeit my soul, it ain't worth having," further highlighting the importance of staying true to oneself and not compromising one's values for material gain.
Overall, "Pirate Bones" delivers a powerful message about the true meaning of success and the importance of staying true to oneself, themes that are relevant to many individuals in today's fast-paced, materialistic society.
Line by Line Meaning
What if I squeeze myself into any shape
And I still don't fit?
What if I try to be someone I'm not, but still don't belong?
What if I bend myself so much that I break
And I can't mend it?
What if I push myself too hard and end up broken beyond repair?
What if I burn so bright that the fire goes out
And I can't stay lit?
What if I use up all my energy and passion, and can't sustain it?
What's the point in it?
What is the purpose of striving for something that ultimately won't fulfill me?
I could get good at crying crocodile tears
Just to get along
I could pretend to care about things I don't, just to fit in
I could carry on telling you wanna hear
'Till my voice is gone
I could keep saying what you want me to, until I lose myself
But if I finally get to the place that I think is home
And I don't belong
But if I reach what I thought I wanted and still feel out of place
What's the point in it?
Where's the benefit?
What is the purpose or advantage of something that doesn't make me happy?
When I'm gaining all but I'm losing it
When I'm achieving success but it's costing me my wellbeing
It's not worth having
If it's too much to hold
Something isn't valuable if it's overwhelming or burdensome
You can dig so deep
That you're left with a hole
Thirsty in a desert with a bag full of gold
Don't wanna end up like pirate bones
What I thought was precious was just a pile o' stones
I might have the treasure but I'd be lying alone
Just a pile of pirate bones
If I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having
If it's something I stole it ain't worth having
If I pursue riches or success to the point of sacrificing my happiness or integrity, it's not worth it. It's better to have less and feel fulfilled than to have it all and be empty inside.
What if I stake everything I am on a dream
And it's counterfeit?
What if I put all my effort into something that turns out to be a fake or a disappointment?
If I reach the end that justifies the means
Could I live with it?
If I achieve my goal but had to compromise my values, would it be worth it?
And if it's true that having too much of any good thing
Can only make me sick
And if it's true that excess can harm me, even of something good
What's the point in it
Where's the benefit
When I'm gaining all but I'm losing it
What is the purpose or advantage of something that ultimately harms me?
It's not worth that much to me
If losing out is what it means
To swim in shallow victory
Is empty, empty
Winning at a shallow, meaningless pursuit is not worth losing out on what truly matters
It's just not worth the price
It's only a fools paradise
If it's draining every drop of life 'till I'm dry like pirate bones
It's not worth sacrificing my wellbeing for something that won't even make me happy in the end
No,
Pirate bones
Pirate bones
Pirate bones
If I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having
If it's something I stole it ain't worth having
Sacrificing my values and integrity rob me of true worth and happiness. It's not worth it.
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: WAYNE WILKINS, STEPHEN KIPNER, ANDREW FRAMPTON, NATASHA BEDINGFIELD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Andreea Paiu
What if I squeeze myself into any shape
And I still don't fit?
What if I bend myself so much that I break
And I can't mend it?
What if I burn so bright that the fire goes out
And I can't stay lit?
What's the point in it?
I could get good at crying crocodile tears
Just to get along
I could carry on telling you wanna hear
'til my voice is gone
But if I finally get to the place that I think is home
And I don't belong
What's the point in it?
Where's the benefit?
When I'm gaining all but I'm losing it
It's not worth having
If it's too much to hold
You can dig so deep
That you're left with a hole
Thirsty in a desert with a bag full of gold
Don't wanna end up like pirate bones
What I thought was precious was just a pile o' stones
I might have the treasure but I'd be lying alone
Just a pile of pirate bones
If I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having
If it's something I stole it ain't worth having
What if I stake everything I am on a dream
And it's counterfeit?
If I reach the end that justifies the means
Could I live with it?
And if it's true that having too much of any good thing
Could only make me sick
What's the point in it
Where's the benefit
When I'm gaining all but I'm losing it
Oh, oh
It's not worth having
If it's too much to hold
You can dig so deep
That you're left with a hole
Thirsty in a desert with a bag full of gold
Don't wanna end up like pirate bones
What I thought was precious was just a pile o' stones
I might have the treasure but I'd be lying alone
Just a pile of pirate bones
If I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having
If it's something I stole it ain't worth having
It's not wroth that much to me
If losing out is what it means
To swim in shallow victory
Is empty, empty
It's just not worth the price
It's only a fools paradise
If it's draining every drop of life 'til I'm dry like pirate bones
It's not worth having
If it's too much to hold
You can dig so deep
That you're left with a hole
Thirsty in a desert with a bag full of gold
Don't wanna end up like pirate bones
What I thought was precious was just a pile o' stones
I might have the treasure but I'd be lying alone
Just a pile of pirate bones
If I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having
If it's something I stole it ain't worth having
Andrew_ Beholder
What if I squeeze myself into any shape
And I still don't fit?
What if I bend myself so much that I break
And I can't mend it?
What if I burn so bright that the fire goes out
And I can't stay lit?
What's the point in it?
I could get good at crying crocodile tears
Just to get along
I could carry on telling you wanna hear
'til my voice is gone
But if I finally get to the place that I think is home
And I don't belong
What's the point in it?
Where's the benefit?
When I'm gaining all but I'm losing it
[Chorus:]
It's not worth having
If it's too much to hold
You can dig so deep
That you're left with a hole
Thirsty in a desert with a bag full of gold
Don't wanna end up like pirate bones
What I thought was precious was just a pile o' stones
I might have the treasure but I'd be lying alone
Just a pile of pirate bones
If I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having
If it's something I stole it ain't worth having
What if I stake everything I am on a dream
And it's counterfeit?
If I reach the end that justifies the means
Could I live with it?
And if it's true that having too much of any good thing
Could only make me sick
What's the point in it
Where's the benefit
When I'm gaining all but I'm losing it
Oh, oh
[Chorus]
It's not worth that much to me
If losing out is what it means
To swim in shallow victory
Is empty, empty
It's just not worth the price
It's only a fools paradise
If it's draining every drop of life 'til I'm dry like pirate bones
Jovanska
The lyrics are so deep. Sometimes what we think is so precious and a goal, is just something that will make your life miserable.
Veiled Beauty
A- fucking- men, sister.
dark-vigilant
I don't think she's weird at all. I love her songs because it always has a deeper meaning behind it. I actually think she's one of the most unique artists out there. Not weird at all. Just honest and real. I relate to her songs.
ollDeadfishllo
sooo nostalgic! I would sing this every time I had to sing to audition for something when I was younger! I remembered the lyrics by heart but its been a very long time since I've heard her sing it! I live my life by the message in this song XD
LovelyLenore
i love natashas singing and lyrics. their all so... inspirational. <33
BlueAllegory
I love this song!
Zoe Hochman
i LOVE this song...natsha bedingfield has an amaaziiing voice!
Mortisa
I love all of her songs she has like an epic voice
nstlgk
This is still my favorite song.
Larry F
Still one of the best songs ever written.