He has stated that he wishes to work with as many artists as possible in his career to help avoid creative stagnation and this certainly shows in his musical output. Together with his crew, living legends he has put out a total of four albums. Then there is the Three Melancholy Gypsys (3MG), a group consisting of three living legends members, who have put out two full length releases. His collaboration with atmosphere's slug has so far produced three cd's, the first of which was a tribute to Christina Ricci whom he also sang softly of on another collaboration - netherworlds together with lesser known rappers anacron and himself.
In 2005 he broadened his horizons by directing an indie film called "Walk Like a Man" with the plot being loosely based on the track by the same name from Murs 3:16 - The 9th Edition. A soundtrack to this movie was also released which besides his own material also featured artists such as atmosphere, DJ Z-Trip, blueprint and brother ali.
Fools Gold
MURS Lyrics
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Digging for soul
Cause I lost my own
And I can't get home
See I'm blinded by gold
That fool's gold
Is out of control
That fool's gold
Fool’s Gold F-e-s-u
I wrote this rhyme inside a test tube
And checked through the list of stones and step stools
To climb up the ladder and batter the best crews
I never gave a fuck always lit the fuse
And I customized all the shit I used
Prostitutes wait for that dude
Now won't hesitate when the stakes
High noon
Tombstone Holiday Doc
Fuck all these rappers with the diamonds in they watch
Hot, hot, hot, shit on beats throw my headphones on
And rock some Mobb Deep
The quiet storm will creep and break down the
breach get em out of the darkness pull em out of they seats
I think we got a little soul in the streets but
I keep on digging to the middle of the beef singing
Fool's gold
Digging for soul
Cause I lost my own
And I can't get home
See I'm blinded by gold
That fool's gold
Is out of control
That fool's gold
Oh, oh , oh
New kid on the 145
Living outta bottle wit a genie on my side
And a bunch of graffiti on my ride
A beanie on my mind and the need to be alive
Thank God I survived last night was a close call
35 in the ride and I dozed off
Woke up in the lost and found
Fell deep in some pussy and I almost drowned
Bad influence that's I been do it
Blinded by the gold so I been thru it
Now I gotta little leeway on freeways
Zen Buddhist approach To these dj's
See they don't understand how we relay
It's all about the he say she say we replay
Bring it all back down for the goals
Hope I never have to sell my soul and it goes
The opening lines of MURS’ song “Fool’s Gold” describe the search for something precious that ultimately leads to a loss of oneself. The reference to “soul” suggests a spiritual aspect to this quest for wealth, which is ultimately fruitless (“I can’t get home”). The metaphor of “fool’s gold” is used to describe this false sense of value that the singer has been chasing after, unable to distinguish the real from the fake. The repetition of the phrase “That fool’s gold” underscores the sense of desperation and helplessness that comes with feeling trapped in a situation of one’s own making.
MURS’ lyrics are highly self-aware and often openly reference his own status as a rapper. In this song, he brags about his skill and his ability to outdo other MCs (“To climb up the ladder and batter the best crews / I never gave a fuck always lit the fuse”). This is contrasted with self-deprecating humor, as when he describes falling asleep at the wheel (“Woke up in the lost and found / Fell deep in some pussy and I almost drowned”). Overall, “Fool’s Gold” is a meditation on the pursuit of success and what is ultimately of true value in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Fool's gold
The temptation of shiny objects that do not hold real value or substance.
Digging for soul
Desperately searching for something with meaning and depth to fill a sense of emptiness.
Cause I lost my own
Having lost one’s own sense of self, individuality, or personal values.
And I can't get home
Feeling lost and disconnected from one’s roots, origins, or true sense of belonging.
See I'm blinded by gold
Being unable to see clearly due to the distraction or allure of material wealth or worldly possessions.
That fool's gold
Reiterating the idea of being drawn in by false promises of value, when in reality there is no substance.
Is out of control
The issue or problem is getting worse, more pervasive, or more difficult to manage or resolve.
Oh, oh , oh
An exclamation that emphasizes the sense of desperation and urgency in the situation.
New kid on the 145
A newcomer or outsider trying to make their way and find their place within a social or cultural group.
Living outta bottle wit a genie on my side
Using alcohol or other substances as a means of escape or self-medication to deal with the frustrations and challenges of life.
And a bunch of graffiti on my ride
Aesthetic or stylistic choices that reflect a certain attitude or mindset, and serve as a form of self-expression or rebellion.
A beanie on my mind and the need to be alive
A desire or drive to feel fully present and engaged in life, despite the challenges or obstacles that may stand in the way.
Thank God I survived last night was a close call
Acknowledging the dangers and risks of one’s lifestyle or choices, and expressing gratitude for still being alive or unharmed.
35 in the ride and I dozed off
Making reckless or irresponsible decisions due to fatigue or impaired judgment, which could have serious consequences.
Woke up in the lost and found
Feeling disoriented or disconnected from one’s surroundings, as if out of place or forgotten.
Fell deep in some pussy and I almost drowned
Engaging in risky or impulsive sexual behavior as a means of seeking pleasure or validation, and experiencing negative consequences as a result.
Bad influence that's I been do it
Acknowledging one’s own bad behavior or negative impact on others, and admitting to being part of the problem.
Blinded by the gold so I been thru it
Continuing to make bad decisions based on the allure of material wealth or power, despite negative consequences or lack of true fulfillment.
Now I gotta little leeway on freeways
Finding some temporary relief or escape from the pressures or stresses of life, but recognizing that it is not a permanent solution.
Zen Buddhist approach To these dj's
Taking a compassionate, non-judgmental, and self-aware approach to dealing with others, even when they may be harsh or critical.
See they don't understand how we relay
Feeling misunderstood or misrepresented by others, or facing cultural or social barriers that make it difficult to connect or communicate.
It's all about the he say she say we replay
Recognizing the ways in which rumors, gossip, and hearsay can distort or misrepresent the truth, and striving to clarify or correct misconceptions.
Bring it all back down for the goals
Focusing on one’s broader purpose or objective, and staying committed to it even when there are distractions or obstacles along the way.
Hope I never have to sell my soul and it goes
Expressing a desire to remain true to one’s values or beliefs, even when faced with pressure to compromise or conform.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SCOTT MILLER
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