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Fool's Gold
Josh Woodward Lyrics
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She holds, the fool's gold, it's easy to pretend
He's cold, and so old, life gets in the way
He's cold, and so old, and he sees it every day
And so it was written
And so it's gonna be in the end
A fool is better left to pretend
And it's the finest line, of this grand design
And you're gonna have to walk it on your own
She stole, his broken soul, but it's more than she could stand
He knows, what's below, and it's a long fall back to land
And so it was written
And so it's gonna be in the end
And so it was written
A fool is better left to pretend
And it's the finest line, of this grand design
And you're gonna have to walk it on your own
And it's the finest line, of this grand design
And you're gonna have to walk it on your own
The song Fool's Gold by Josh Woodward is a reflection on the difficulties of relationships and the toll that they can often take on individuals involved. The lyrics are directed towards a female character who is holding onto what the singer calls "fool's gold," symbolizing something that seems valuable, but ultimately is not. The "wind" symbolizes the uncertainty and unpredictability of life, and it is easy for this character to pretend that things are okay, even though deep down she knows they are not.
The second verse shifts focus to the male character, who is "cold and so old" due to the hardships of life. He sees the truth of their situation every day, but there is not much that he can do about it. The chorus repeats the lines "And so it was written / A fool is better left to pretend" to emphasize the theme of denial and the danger of holding onto something that is not real. The singer acknowledges that in life, we must all walk a fine line, and it is up to each individual to find their own way.
The song's lyrics have a melancholy and introspective quality, but they also offer a sense of empowerment through the acknowledgment of personal agency. The singer suggests that it is better to confront reality than to hold onto illusions. The song's slow and somber melody reinforces the sense of introspection, while the lyrics provide a thought-provoking message about the importance of self-reflection and personal growth.
Line by Line Meaning
She holds, the fool's gold, and her face is to the wind
She is holding onto something that she knows is not valuable (fool's gold) and is going along with the wind, pretending it is worth something.
She holds, the fool's gold, it's easy to pretend
She finds it easy to pretend that what she holds (fool's gold) is worth something, even though she knows it is not.
He's cold, and so old, life gets in the way
He has lost his passion and enthusiasm for life, and feels weighed down by the challenges that life brings.
He's cold, and so old, and he sees it every day
He is aware of his lack of passion and enthusiasm, and feels trapped by his current state of mind.
And so it was written
This is the way things are meant to be, according to fate or some predetermined destiny.
And so it's gonna be in the end
The outcome of the situation is already predetermined and cannot be changed.
A fool is better left to pretend
It is better for someone to continue pretending and living in ignorance than to face the truth and suffer the consequences.
And it's the finest line, of this grand design
The situation is delicate and requires a careful balance to maintain.
And you're gonna have to walk it on your own
You will have to navigate the situation alone, without any help or guidance.
She stole, his broken soul, but it's more than she could stand
She took advantage of his vulnerable state, but she realizes that it is more than she can handle.
He knows, what's below, and it's a long fall back to land
He is aware of the consequences of his current state of mind and knows that it will be difficult to recover from it.
Contributed by Ella F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.