I Played the Fool
D.O.A.
D.O.A. was a hardcore punk band from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. T… Read Full Bio ↴D.O.A. was a hardcore punk band from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. They are often referred to as the "founders" of hardcore punk, along with Black Flag, The Germs, Negative Trend, and Middle Class. Their second album Hardcore '81 was thought by many to have been the first actual reference to the second wave of the American punk sound as hardcore. Singer/guitarist Joey "Shithead" Keithley is the only founding member to have stayed in the band throughout its entire history. However, original bassist Randy Rampage has been active in the band in recent years and has played on one of the band's last three albums, although he is not in the current lineup. D.O.A. has often released music on Jello Biafra's Alternative Tentacles Records, and they have released an album with Jello Biafra titled Last Scream of the Missing Neighbors.

D.O.A. has always maintained an uncompromising leftist political stance. The band is known for its outspoken political opinions and has a history of performing for many causes and benefits. Its slogan is "Talk minus Action equals Zero." The band has been active on many issues, including anti-racism, anti-globalization, freedom of speech, and the environment.

I Played the Fool
D.O.A. Lyrics


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Pardon me if I'm sentimental when we say goodbye
Don't be angry with me should I cry
When you're gone, yet I'll dream a little dream as years go by
Now and then there's a fool such as I

Now and then there's a fool such as I am over you
You taught me how to love and now you say that we are through
I'm a fool but I'll love you dear until the day I die
Now and then there's a fool such as I

Now and then there's a fool such as I am over you
You taught me how to love and now you say that we are through




I'm a fool but I'll love you dear until the day I die
Now and then there's a fool such as I

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "I Played the Fool" by D.O.A. are about a person who is experiencing the pain and heartbreak of a breakup. The singer is apologizing for being sentimental and possibly breaking down in tears as they say their final goodbye. Despite the hurt, the singer reveals that they will continue to dream of their loved one even as the years go by.


The song speaks to the universal experience of lost love and the aftermath of heartbreak. It is a reminder that even when love is lost, it can still linger within us and continue to haunt us.


The chorus of the song, "Now and then there's a fool such as I," is a reference to the idea that all people make mistakes in love, and the singer acknowledges that they are one of these fools. However, they still love their partner dearly and will continue to do so until the end of their days.


Overall, the lyrics of "I Played the Fool" are emotional and raw, reflecting the pain of heartbreak and the experience of lost love.


Line by Line Meaning

Pardon me if I'm sentimental when we say goodbye
Excuse me if I become emotional when we part ways


Don't be angry with me should I cry
Please don't be mad if I shed tears


When you're gone, yet I'll dream a little dream as years go by
Even though you're not here, I'll still hold on to hope and aspirations as time passes


Now and then there's a fool such as I
Occasionally, someone as foolish as I comes along


You taught me how to love and now you say that we are through
You showed me how to love, but now you're telling me it's over


I'm a fool but I'll love you dear until the day I die
I may be foolish, but I'll still cherish and adore you for the rest of my life


Now and then there's a fool such as I
Every so often, there's someone as unintelligent as I am




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: WILLIAM MARVIN TRADER

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Hunters Rest Rabbit Oasis

Great underrated LP from these guys.

BmoreBusker

Damn straight.

BmoreBusker

Where in the fuck is the scene??/ Dead. Not this number, though. Has lived in my head, since I was 14.

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