Fools
Birch Diane Lyrics
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Tellin' me to change my ways but I know
Two hands in the fire won't put out the flame
Yeah, I got your number, I know your game
So why should I lay it on the line?
Everybody's got a vision, everybody's got a plan
You tell me lies, you look me in the eyes
Fools lying in my bed, laughin' in my head
Telling me my dream's gone cold but I know
One city of angels, it ain't goin' put out my flame
Ooh, my love is a fire, no one can tame
So why should I lay it on the line?
Everybody's got a vision, everybody's got a plan
You tell me lies, you look me in the eyes
But honey I would rather stand out in the rain
Why should I lay it on the line?
Well, everybody's got a vision, everybody's got a plan
You tell me lies, you look me in the eyes
But honey I would rather stand out in the rain
Everybody's got a vision, everybody's got a plan
You tell me lies, you look me in the eyes
But honey I would rather stand out in the rain
In Birch Diane’s song “Fools,” she sings about feeling pressured to conform to society’s expectations and change who she is. The song starts with the metaphor of “fools knockin’ on my door, calling out my name, tellin’ me to change my ways…” Birch Diane feels like society is trying to push her towards a certain direction and conform to their expectations. However, she knows that she cannot put out her flame just by following what others say. She sings, “Two hands in the fire won't put out the flame, yeah, I got your number, I know your game.” She understands that trying to conform is not the solution and she is determined to stay true to herself.
The next verse continues with this theme of staying true to oneself. Birch Diane sings, “Fools lying in my bed, laughing in my head, telling me my dream's gone cold but I know…” Birch Diane’s dream is to become a successful musician, and her critics are trying to discourage her. However, she doesn’t let their words get to her. She sings, “My love is a fire, no one can tame…” Birch Diane is determined to keep going and fulfill her dream, even if it means standing alone in the rain.
Overall, Birch Diane’s “Fools” is an inspiring song about staying true to oneself and never giving up on one’s dreams. Despite societal pressure and criticism, Birch Diane reminds us that it’s important to stand firm in our beliefs and pursue what we love.
Line by Line Meaning
Fools knockin' on my door, calling out my name
People are trying to change me and tell me what to do, but I'm not listening.
Tellin' me to change my ways but I know
Others are suggesting that I need to change, but I believe in myself and my decisions.
Two hands in the fire won't put out the flame
No matter how much people try to intervene or influence me, my passion won't die.
Yeah, I got your number, I know your game
I see through people who are trying to manipulate or control me.
So why should I lay it on the line?
Why should I reveal my true feelings when others are not being authentic with me?
Everybody's got a vision, everybody's got a plan
Everyone has their own idea of how life should be lived or what their goals are.
You tell me lies, you look me in the eyes
Others are being deceitful, trying to convince me of something that's not true.
But honey I would rather stand out in the rain
I would prefer to face the adversity and challenges of life on my own than be lied to or misled by others.
Fools lying in my bed, laughin' in my head
Negative thoughts and doubts are creeping into my mind, but I won't let them take over.
Telling me my dream's gone cold but I know
Others are trying to discourage me from pursuing my dreams, but I believe that they are still possible.
One city of angels, it ain't goin' put out my flame
Even if I encounter challenges or setbacks in pursuing my dreams, it won't diminish my passion and determination.
Ooh, my love is a fire, no one can tame
My passion for what I love cannot be controlled or extinguished by anyone else.
Why should I lay it on the line?
I don't need to defend or explain myself when others aren't being honest with me.
But honey I would rather stand out in the rain
I will face the difficulties and obstacles of life alone, rather than be swayed by others' manipulations.
Everybody's got a vision, everybody's got a plan
Everyone has their own ambitions and dreams, but that doesn't mean they should impose them on others.
You tell me lies, you look me in the eyes
Others are being dishonest, trying to influence or control me in ways that aren't true or beneficial.
But honey I would rather stand out in the rain
I will face the hardships of life alone, rather than be lied to or deceived by others.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: DIANE BIRCH
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