Simple Things
Felt Tip Lyrics

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Something comes to nothing
Nothing comes as a surprise
Now there's only one thing
Only one thing on my mind
I know I love no money
Carter tell me what to do

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Felt Tip's song Simple Things seem to speak about the realization that despite one's efforts and hopes, sometimes things just don't work out as planned. The lines "Something comes to nothing, Nothing comes as a surprise" imply that the singer has experienced disappointment before and has learned to accept that not everything will succeed. The following lines, "Now there's only one thing, Only one thing on my mind" suggest that the singer has a singular goal or desire that they are focused on.

The line "I know I love no money" hints at the idea that the singer may be struggling financially or feels unfulfilled despite material possessions. The mention of "Carter" introduces the possibility that the singer is seeking guidance or help from someone else. Overall, the song seems to convey a sense of resignation and perhaps even a tinge of sadness about the difficulty of achieving one's dreams.

Line by Line Meaning

Something comes to nothing
Plans that seem promising often fall apart and lead to disappointment.

Nothing comes as a surprise
Disappointment has become so commonplace that it no longer shocks or surprises.

Now there's only one thing
Despite everything else that has happened, there is one thing that remains important.

Only one thing on my mind
The singular focus is on that one important thing, and everything else is secondary.

I know I love no money
Whether or not there is money involved, the passion and love for something is the driving force for pursuing it.

Carter tell me what to do
Seeking guidance or advice from someone who has experience and wisdom in the matter.

Contributed by Charlotte S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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