Fools Gold
Fitz&the Tantrums Lyrics
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To blow your mind, you know I’ve tried
Them silver lines they cut like blades of glass
Not worth the blood we’ve shed for love
So give it up, start beating, hearts have gone cold
Had enough repeating, it’s all been done before
Give it up, start beating, hearts have gone cold
But fools gold shines like diamonds in her eyes
Thought we had a million, but baby we got nothing
But fools gold shines like words that make us cry
We just keep on digging, find us something better
For the next time, next time
Something better, for the next time, next time
So maybe I just wasn’t strong enough
To tow the line, make true the lies
The fortune found, now it’s all locked away
We’ve lost the key, how to believe
So give it up, start beating, hearts have gone cold
Had enough repeating, it’s all been done before
Give it up, start beating, hearts have gone cold
Hey now, when we gonna wake up?
But fools gold shines like diamonds in her eyes
Thought we had a million, but baby we got nothing
But fools gold shines like words that make us cry
We just keep on digging, find us something better
For the next time, next time
Something better, for the next time, next time
Oh, baby, I just wasn’t good enough
'Cause, baby, I just wasn’t strong enough
But fools gold shines like diamonds in her eyes
Thought we had a million, but baby we got nothing
But fools gold shines like words that make us cry
We just keep on digging, find us something better
But fools gold shines like diamonds in her eyes
Thought we had a million, but baby we got nothing
But fools gold shines like words that make us cry
We just keep on digging, find us something better
For the next time, next time
Something better for the next time, next time
Something better for the next time, next time
Something better for the next time, next time
The song "Fools Gold" by Fitz&the Tantrums explores the theme of disappointment and failed expectations in a relationship. The singer sings about how he tried his best to make things work but he wasn't good enough or strong enough. He compares their love to fools gold, something that may look valuable but is actually worthless. The chorus repeats the metaphor of fools gold shining like diamonds in her eyes, but ultimately they have nothing to show for it. The singer ends the song by hoping to find something better for the next time.
The lyrics suggest that the relationship was based on false promises and unrealistic expectations, which led to disappointment and heartbreak. The metaphor of fools gold represents the idea of something appearing to be valuable but ultimately being worthless, which is how the singer feels about their relationship. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the idea that they keep chasing after something that they cannot attain, and they need to let go and find something better.
Overall, "Fools Gold" is a powerful song that captures the emotions of disappointment and heartbreak. The lyrics are relatable and the melody is catchy, making it a memorable addition to Fitz&the Tantrums' discography.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh maybe I just wasn’t good enough
I feel like I wasn't skilled or talented enough to impress you.
To blow your mind, you know I’ve tried
I did my best to amaze you, but it didn't work.
Them silver lines they cut like blades of glass
Our broken dreams and shattered hopes hurt us deeply.
Not worth the blood we’ve shed for love
All the struggles we've faced in the name of love don't seem worth it anymore.
So give it up, start beating, hearts have gone cold
We need to move on and start over because our hearts have grown distant and unfeeling.
Had enough repeating, it’s all been done before
We're tired of going through the same motions and repeating the same mistakes.
Hey now, when we gonna wake up?
It's time for us to face reality and stop deluding ourselves.
But fools gold shines like diamonds in her eyes
We keep chasing after false dreams and empty promises because we're blinded by our hopes and desires.
Thought we had a million, but baby we got nothing
We thought we had everything we wanted, but in reality, we have nothing.
But fools gold shines like words that make us cry
Our false hopes and empty promises hurt us just as much as harsh words do.
We just keep on digging, find us something better
We're determined to keep searching for a better future and a happier ending.
For the next time, next time
We'll learn from our mistakes and make better choices in the future.
Oh, baby, I just wasn’t good enough
I blame myself for our relationship's failure - maybe I could have done better.
'Cause, baby, I just wasn’t strong enough
I couldn't handle the challenges and difficulties that arose in our relationship.
Something better for the next time, next time
We're hopeful that things will be better for us in the future.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL FITZPATRICK, DAVE BASSETT, JOSEPH KARNES, JAMES MIDHI KING, JEREMY RUZUMNA, NOELLE A SCAGGS, JOHN WICKS
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Oh, maybe I just wasn't good enough
To blow your mind, you know I've tried.
Them silver lines they cut like blades of glass
Not worth the blood we've she'd for love.
So give it up, start heating, hearts have gone cold
Had enough bleed-bleeding, it's all been done before.
Give it up, start heating, hearts have gone cold
Hey now, when we gonna wake up?
But fools gold shines like diamonds in our eyes
Thought we had a million, but baby we got nothing
But fools gold shines like words that make us cry
We just keep on digging, find us something better
For the next time, next time
Something better for the next time, next time
So maybe I just wasn't strong enough
To tow the line, make true the lies.
The fortune found, now it's all locked away
We've lost the key, how to believe.
So give it up, start heating, hearts have gone cold
Had enough bleed-bleeding, it's all been done before.
Give it up, start heating, hearts have gone cold
Hey now, when we gonna wake up?
But fools gold shines like diamonds in our eyes
Thought we had a million, but baby we got nothing
But fools gold shines like words that make us cry
We just keep on digging, find us something better
For the next time, next time
Something better for the next time, next time
Oh baby I just wasn't good enough
Cause baby I just wasn't strong enough
But fools gold shines like diamonds in our eyes
Thought we had a million, but baby we got nothing
But fools gold shines like words that make us cry
We just keep on digging, find us something better
But fools gold shines like diamonds in our eyes
Thought we had a million, but baby we got nothing
But fools gold shines like words that make us cry
We just keep on digging, find us something better
For the next time, next time
Something better for the next time, next time
Something better for the next time, next time
Something better for the next time, next time
@lumistical
I listened to F&TT all day, and realized they don't get enough credit. They deserve it, their songs are incredible. Not only just The Walker.
@martin6907
Lynnette Thomas I cant agree anymore!!!
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@ryanreklaw
I've been listening to them since they started(way before The Walker was released). Love these guys and definitely agree that they don't get the attention they should be. They put on great performances
@dawnlilyanne5180
+Lynnette Thomas Amen!!
@intrepistar
+Lynn T I love their songs too. I actually hate The Walker. Never understood why that was their top song, they have so many better ones in my opinion.
@joer1693
It really captures the sadness and despair of breakups with a positive message of never giving up. Love it. Fitz and Noelle are amazing singers.
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