Fool's Gold
Graham Parker Lyrics


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Pre>intro as per verse

A d a d
I been doing my homework now for a long long time
A d a d
And everything that I look for I know I will one day find
E d e d
I'm a fool so I'm told I get left in the cold
E d a
Cause I will search the world for that fool's gold,
D a d a
Fool's gold

Oh the world may be full of girls with their charms on show
But the one that I seek will have much more than any I know
People say heaven knows see what comes I suppose
But I will search the world for that fool's gold, fool's gold
E a d
Huh I eye eye eye eye eye eye eye
E a d e a d
I eye eye eye eye eye eye eye oh yeah

Instrumental verse (a d a d a d a d a d)then oh
E d e d
People say heaven knows heaven knows heaven knows see what comes I suppose
E d a
But I will search the world for that fool's gold
(sax) d a d a
Oh yeah fool's gold oh ho yeah fool's gold
D a d
Fool's gold fool's gold fool's gold
A d a d (just a and d to the end)
Fool's gold fool's gold fool's gold fool's gold
Keep searching in the mountains in the valleys, in the deep blue sea
I will search I will search I will search for fool's gold
Go oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
I will search for fool's gold, I will search for fool's gold
I will search, I will search, I will search
I will search for fool's gold, I will search for fool's gold




I'm a fool, I will search, I will search, I will search for fool's gold
Fades /pre>

Overall Meaning

In "Fool's Gold," Graham Parker & The Rumour delve into the theme of romantic quests and the feeling of being a fool for continuously chasing an elusive dream. The first verse introduces the idea that the singer has been searching for something for a long time and is determined to find it. The use of the phrase "fool's gold" implies that the search may be unrealistic and that the object of the search may not be what it seems. However, despite the warnings from others and potential setbacks, the singer continues to search for their goal.


The second verse lists the potential distractions on this quest, like the "charms" of other women, but emphasizes the importance of the one person who has "much more" than any other. The repetition of "heaven knows" in the pre-chorus underscores the idea that the search is both endless and potentially futile. However, the singer will continue to search the world for this elusive prize. The song ends with a repetition of the phrase "fool's gold" as a kind of mantra for the singer's search.


Overall, "Fool's Gold" is a song that delves into the idea of chasing after something that may be elusive, but also emphasizes the importance of perseverance and a dogged determination to find what one is looking for.


Line by Line Meaning

I been doing my homework now for a long long time
The singer has spent a considerable period of time in gathering the knowledge required to find what they are looking for.


And everything that I look for I know I will one day find
The singer is confident that their search will bear fruit, and everything they have been looking for will come to them one day.


I'm a fool so I'm told I get left in the cold
The singer may be called foolish for their search, and may be left alone or ignored because of it.


Cause I will search the world for that fool's gold, fool's gold
Despite the challenges and criticisms, the artist is determined to search the whole world in pursuit of their goal - even if it is just a fool's errand.


Oh the world may be full of girls with their charms on show
The world may offer plenty of alluring opportunities, but the artist is looking for something more substantial than surface-level charm.


But the one that I seek will have much more than any I know
The singer is seeking someone or something that has qualities beyond any they have encountered so far.


People say heaven knows see what comes I suppose
Perhaps some believe that only fate or divine intervention can lead one to true fulfillment, but the singer remains undeterred in their search.


But I will search the world for that fool's gold, fool's gold
The chorus reinforces the idea that despite all odds, the artist will continue on their quest for what may ultimately be a fruitless pursuit.


I eye eye eye eye eye eye eye
This line may be a vocalization of the artist's unyielding determination or a cry of frustration.


People say heaven knows heaven knows heaven knows see what comes I suppose
The repetition of this line emphasizes the idea that the artist is aware of the prevailing doubts and opinions but chooses to disregard them.


But I will search the world for that fool's gold
The chorus is repeated again to emphasize the singer's unwavering commitment to their search.


Oh yeah fool's gold oh ho yeah fool's gold
This line may be a celebratory ode to the idea of fool's gold, or it may reflect the irony of how the pursuit itself may ultimately be the reward.


Keep searching in the mountains in the valleys, in the deep blue sea
This line emphasizes the vastness of the singer's search - they are willing to look everywhere in pursuit of their elusive goal.


I will search I will search I will search for fool's gold
Repetition of the phrase underscores the singer's commitment to their search.


Go oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
This line may be interpreted as a battle cry or a call to action.


I'm a fool, I will search, I will search, I will search for fool's gold
The song concludes with a reiteration of the artist's self-proclaimed foolishness and their determination to continue their search, regardless of the obstacles.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TOM BAILEY, CHRISTOPHER HAMILTON BELL, ALANNAH JOY CURRIE, PETER DODD, JOSEPH MARTIN LEEWAY, JOHN ROOG, MATTHEW THOMAS ARTHUR SELIGMAN

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