Blur's self-titled fifth album (1997) saw another stylistic shift, influenced by the lo-fi styles of American indie rock groups, and became their third UK chart-topping album. Its single "Song 2" brought the band mainstream success in the US for the first time. Their next album, 13 (1999) saw the band experimenting with electronic and gospel music, and featured more personal lyrics from Albarn. Their seventh album, Think Tank (2003), continued their experimentation with electronic sounds and was also shaped by Albarn's growing interest in hip hop and world music, featuring more minimal guitar work. Coxon left the band during early recording sessions for Think Tank, and Blur disbanded for several years after the end of the album's associated tour, with the members engaged in other projects.
In 2009, Blur reunited with Coxon back in the band and embarked on a European reunion tour. In the following years, they released several singles and compilations and toured internationally. In 2012, they received a Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music. Their eighth album, The Magic Whip (2015), was the sixth consecutive Blur studio album to top the British chart. The group have largely been on hiatus since the Magic Whip tour, but have announced plans to reunite in 2023 for various live dates.
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Studio albums
Leisure (1991)
Modern Life Is Rubbish (1993)
Parklife (1994)
The Great Escape (1995)
Blur (1997)
13 (1999)
Think Tank (2003)
The Magic Whip (2015)
The Ballad of Darren (2023)
Fool
Blur Lyrics
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The things you say they make no sense at all
Funny but I think that you mean them all
This time don't you
I know that you think I'm a fool
But couldn't you try to forgive a fool
One more time
Sorry but I'm not really listening
I've got my mind on something else
And sometimes I wonder if i'm here
If I'm here at all
I know that you want me to go, don't you
But it's not as easy as it seems
I know that you think I'm not here at all
But I'm just as fed up as you
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
I know that you want me to leave
I'm amazed at how cold you can be
Well may my weak and insipid soul
Grow stronger in your absence
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
The lyrics to Blur's song "Fool" are about a relationship that has fallen apart due to a lack of communication and misunderstandings. The singer is apologizing for not understanding their partner's words and actions, but also acknowledging that their partner does truly mean what they say, even if it doesn't make sense to the singer. The title "Fool" could refer to both the singer and their partner, as both are struggling to understand each other and make the relationship work.
The opening lyrics set the tone for the rest of the song, with the singer admitting that they don't understand their partner and that their words "make no sense at all". However, they also acknowledge that their partner likely means what they say, despite the confusion. The chorus features the singer begging their partner for forgiveness and another chance, even though they know that their partner likely thinks they are a fool.
The second verse takes a different perspective, with the singer admitting that they aren't fully present in the relationship because their mind is elsewhere. They wonder if they are truly there at all, hinting at a sense of detachment from the relationship. However, they also push back against their partner's desire for them to leave, stating that they are just as fed up as their partner. The song ends with the singer hoping that they can grow stronger in their partner's absence, suggesting that the relationship may be over for good.
Overall, "Fool" is a poignant and relatable song about the difficulties of communication and the breakdown of a relationship. The lyrics are somewhat vague and open to interpretation, but the emotions behind them are clear and powerful.
Line by Line Meaning
Sorry, but I don't understand
I'm perplexed with what you're saying.
The things you say they make no sense at all
Your statements are convoluted and lacking coherence.
Funny but I think that you mean them all
Although nonsensical, I sense there's a hint of truth behind your words.
This time don't you
Please spare me from your confusing words this time.
I know that you think I'm a fool
You consider me naive or foolish.
But couldn't you try to forgive a fool
Since I'm foolish, would you be magnanimous enough to pardon me if I've made a mistake?
One more time
If you can tolerate me just once more.
Sorry but I'm not really listening
I must confess that I'm not paying attention to you.
I've got my mind on something else
My thoughts are preoccupied with something other than what you're saying.
And sometimes I wonder if I'm here
Occasionally, I feel disconnected from my surroundings.
If I'm here at all
I question whether I even exist.
I know that you want me to go, don't you
It's evident that you want me to depart.
But it's not as easy as it seems
It's not a simple task for me to leave.
I know that you think I'm not here at all
You believe that I'm absent or inattentive.
But I'm just as fed up as you
But, in fact, I'm just as annoyed as you.
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
N/A
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
N/A
I know that you want me to leave
I'm aware that you're eager for me to go.
I'm amazed at how cold you can be
I'm astonished at your indifference or lack of empathy.
Well may my weak and insipid soul
Perhaps, my bland and feeble spirit
Grow stronger in your absence
Will mature and develop in your nonattendance.
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
N/A
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
N/A
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
N/A
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
N/A
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: David Alexander De Horne Rowntree, Damon Albarn, Graham Coxon, Steven Alexander James
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@prixz7
Leisure is underrated. Such a great album!
@Share-zv5uw
One of my fav of this album. Love it
@sirpercivalsmallcock-jones9585
My favourite track from the Leisure album.
@ColeWheeler4Lyfe
Bold words. ;-)
@starshaped2636
[Verse 1] Sorry, but I don't understand The things you say, they make no sense at all Funny, but I think that you mean them all this time, don't you? [Chorus] I know that you think I'm a fool But couldn't you try to forgive a fool One more time? [Verse 2] Sorry, but I'm not really listening I've got my mind on something else And sometimes I wonder if I'm here If I'm here at all [Chorus] I know that you want me to go, don't you? Well, it's not as easy as it seems I know that you think I'm not here at all But I'm just as fed up as you I know that you want me to leave I'm amazed at how cold you can be Well, may my weak and insipid soul grow stronger in your absence
@mf77francis9
Polygraphy many things huh?
@katiestait8138
💕 💕 💕
@giuloa
The last line is gold
@michaelkelly2121
Great rock song from 1991 by blur
@terencemeikle534
Rowntree's motoric speed-ups (particularly in the bridge) are fab! 👍