Nature Boy
Jason Gould Lyrics

There was a boy
The story begins with a boy who is the center of focus.

A very strange enchanted boy
The boy is described as unusual and enchanted, possessing a certain mystique.

They say he wandered very far, very far
Rumors suggest that he has explored distant lands and oceans, seeking something beyond his reach.

Over land and sea
The boy's travels have taken him across vast landscapes and bodies of water.

A little shy and sad of eye
Despite his wanderings, he remains shy and melancholic, perhaps longing for something he has yet to find.

But very wise was he
Despite his youth and apparent sadness, the boy possesses great wisdom, likely gleaned from his travels and experiences.

And then one day, one magic day he passed my way
The singer encounters the boy, and this day is deemed 'magic', indicating that the encounter will be significant or transformative in some way.

And while we spoke of many things, fools and kings
The artist and the boy engage in conversation on numerous topics, ranging from the mundane to the complex.

This he said to me: 'The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return.'
The boy imparts his wisdom to the artist, highlighting the importance of love and being loved.

And then one day, one magic day he passed my way
The encounter is mentioned again, emphasizing its significance.

And though we spoke of many things, fools and kings
The conversation between the singer and the boy is revisited, suggesting that it had a lasting impact.

This he said to me: 'The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love, is just to love and be loved in return.'
The boy repeats his earlier words, underscoring the message that love is the most important lesson in life.

Was a boy, be loved, just to love, and be loved...
The song concludes with a repetition of the boy's message, summarizing the importance of loving and being loved.