Nobody's Fault But Mine
Jacqui McShee Lyrics


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Nobody's fault but mine
Nobody's fault but mine
And if I die and my soul be lost
Nobody's fault but mine

I had a mother who could pray
I had a mother who could pray
And if I die and my soul be lost
Nobody's fault but mine

Nobody's fault but mine
Nobody's fault but mine
And if I die and my soul be lost
Nobody's fault but mine

I had a mother who could pray
I had a mother who could pray
And if I die and my soul be lost
Nobody's fault but mine

Nobody's fault but mine
Nobody's fault but mine
And if I die and my soul be lost
If I die and my soul be lost




If I die and my soul be lost
Well nobody's fault but mine

Overall Meaning

The song "Nobody's Fault But Mine" is a gospel blues classic that has been recorded by many artists, including Blind Willie Johnson, Nina Simone, and Led Zeppelin. The song speaks to the idea that one's fate is ultimately one's own responsibility, that the person is accountable for their own actions, good or bad. The refrain "nobody's fault but mine" is repeated four times in each verse and at the end of the song. The singer acknowledges that they have made mistakes and may be lost, but it is not the fault of anyone else.


The second part of the song speaks to the singer's upbringing and influence from their mother who was a praying woman. The repetition of the line "I had a mother who could pray" emphasizes the importance of faith and how it can guide someone through difficult times. It also suggests that the singer's mother was a positive influence on their moral compass, but ultimately the responsibility for one's actions is personal.


The song expresses a message of accountability and taking responsibility for one's own actions, despite external circumstances or influences. It encourages self-reflection and awareness, acknowledging that ultimately, one's fate is in one's own hands.


Line by Line Meaning

Nobody's fault but mine
I am solely responsible for my actions and decisions


And if I die and my soul be lost
In the event of my death and my spiritual state being uncertain


I had a mother who could pray
I was fortunate to have a mother who was devoted to prayer


If I die and my soul be lost
Should my life end without my spiritual state being secure


Well nobody's fault but mine
I am responsible for the choices I make in life, including any negative outcomes




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: NINA SIMONE

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