Heart Of Gold
Buster Poindexter Lyrics
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But I got a, heart of gold
You're lockin' your doors
You're leavin' me, out in the cold
Well I've been bought and baby
I've been sold and I
Need protection from the cold
Has been the cause of all this insanity
This whole damn world's got so much uncertainty
I sure wish you'd see something in me
You think I'm a whore
But I got a, heart of gold
You're lockin' your doors
You're leavin' me, out in the cold
Well I've been bought and baby
I've been sold and I
Need protection from the cold
You may think that my humanity
Has been the cause of all this insanity
The whole damn world's got so much uncertainty
I sure wish you'd see somethin in me
You think I'm a whore
But I got a, heart of gold
You're lockin' your doors
You're leavin' me, out in the cold
Well I've been bought and baby
I've been sold and I
Need protection from the cold
I need protection from the cold
Yes and I need protection from the cold
I need protection from the cold
The song "Heart of Gold" by Buster Poindexter conveys the struggle of a person who is being judged and rejected because of their past. The lyrics suggest that the singer is being labeled as a "whore" and is being left out in the cold by people who refuse to understand them. Despite their insecurities, the singer asserts that they have a "heart of gold" and they wish for others to see beyond their past mistakes and recognize their worth as a person. The singer's vulnerability and desire for acceptance are emphasized in the repeated line "I need protection from the cold" which suggests that the singer needs emotional warmth and security from the people around them.
The lyrics of "Heart of Gold" may be open to interpretation, but it is clear that the song conveys a message of tolerance and understanding. It encourages listeners to see people beyond their societal labels and judgments and to embrace each other's flaws and imperfections. The upbeat and catchy tune of the song may mask its deeper meaning, but the lyrics speak volumes about the human experience of both pain and resilience.
Line by Line Meaning
You think I'm a whore
You have labeled me as promiscuous or immoral without truly knowing me.
But I got a, heart of gold
Despite your perception of me, I have a pure and genuine heart.
You're lockin' your doors
You are shutting me out and not giving me a chance to prove myself.
You're leavin' me, out in the cold
You are abandoning me and not showing me any warmth or compassion.
Well I've been bought and baby
My past experiences have caused me to feel vulnerable and in need of protection.
I've been sold and I
I have been taken advantage of, exploited, or mistreated in some way.
Need protection from the cold
I require emotional support and care from others because I am feeling exposed and fragile.
You may think that my humanity
You might believe that my faults and imperfections are responsible for causing chaos or confusion in the world.
Has been the cause of all this insanity
You blame me for the troubles and problems you see around you.
The whole damn world's got so much uncertainty
The world feels unstable, unpredictable, and full of unknowns.
I sure wish you'd see somethin in me
I desire for you to recognize my value and worthiness as a person.
I need protection from the cold
Once again, I am emphasizing my need for emotional support and tenderness from others.
Contributed by Ian N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.