Love Is A Fool
Matt Berry Lyrics
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She appeared, she inspired, took control of my body, took control of my mind
As quickly as she came she was gone.
Tore out my heart from whence it came from
I feel like I've died, now it's over
She didn't say why when she's colder
Her mother came round trying to please me
I held her without feeling queasy
Back off girl, I'm out of bounds, keep away you're safer there
I saw her in town, up in Caesars
Dressed pretty hot, trying to tease us
She told me she heard that I was dead
May as well be back in my bed
Back off girl, I'm out of bounds, keep away you're safer there
Love is a fool so the bible says, walk with the sun above your head
Back off girl, I'm out of bounds, keep away you're safer there
Love is a fool so the bible says, walk with the sun above your head
The lyrics of Matt Berry's "Love Is A Fool" describe how the singer falls deeply in love with a woman who appears out of nowhere and seems to take complete control of both his body and mind. However, just as quickly as she arrived, she leaves him heartbroken and feeling like he's died. The lyrics suggest that love is foolish and dangerous, as the Bible warns against it and advises people to seek the devil where he walks. The singer takes this warning to heart and tells the woman to stay away from him; he even finds comfort in the arms of her mother without feeling queasy.
Overall, the lyrics of "Love Is A Fool" suggest that love can be both exhilarating and devastating. The woman the singer falls in love with is portrayed as a force of nature that he has no control over, but ultimately leaves him broken and alone. The use of religious imagery and warnings against love suggest that the singer sees love as something that should be avoided, or at least approached with caution.
Line by Line Meaning
Like a stroke, like a comet, like a burning shell shot from a 45
She appeared suddenly and with great force, like a stroke, a comet, or a bullet from a gun.
She appeared, she inspired, took control of my body, took control of my mind
She came into my life and inspired me, taking control of my thoughts and actions completely.
As quickly as she came she was gone.
She left just as suddenly and unexpectedly as she appeared.
Tore out my heart from whence it came from
Her departure felt like she ripped out my heart and left a painful void.
Y'see, love is a fool, so the bible says, seek the devil from where he treads, love is a fool so the bible says, walk with the sun above your head
Love can be foolish, as the bible warns, and one must be careful when seeking or giving love. To avoid the potential pitfalls of love, one must look for guidance in the light.
I feel like I've died, now it's over
The pain of her leaving was so intense that it felt like death, but now it's all over.
She didn't say why when she's colder
She left without explaining why, and now seems distant and cold.
Her mother came round trying to please me
Her mother visited me and tried to make me feel better or at ease.
I held her without feeling queasy
I was grateful for her mother's support and touched by her kindness.
Back off girl, I'm out of bounds, keep away you're safer there
I don't want her to come back or get involved with me again because it's not safe for her.
I saw her in town, up in Caesars, dressed pretty hot, trying to tease us
I saw her in town, looking attractive and trying to get attention.
She told me she heard that I was dead, may as well be back in my bed
She heard a false rumor that I had died, and seems indifferent to the truth or my well-being.
Love is a fool so the bible says, walk with the sun above your head
As the bible warns, love can be foolish and dangerous, so it's important to look for guidance in the light and stay safe.
Back off girl, I'm out of bounds, keep away you're safer there
Again, I don't want her to come back or get involved with me because it's not safe for her.
Love is a fool so the bible says, walk with the sun above your head
Reiterating the same message from earlier, that love can be foolish and dangerous, so it's important to seek guidance in the light and stay safe.
Contributed by Camden P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Zte
I really like this song! been listening to it none stop the last few days!
EJF102
I am addicted. Comedy music. The guy is crazy talented.
Kris G
Snuff box. Matt Berry is one of those guys you don't hear about until you discover one of his works and say to yourself "why the fuck is this not on the tv?"
jason snip veron
Takes me back to summer this year 🤩 isolation well spent 💯
Sarah Newton
Matt if you're reading this, please sell this album again. ❤ love from Texas
HerculestheBerkules
Tore out my heart from whence it came from.
Lord Tankian
Love is a fool so the Bible says.
Dom
Fifth of Beethoven keyboard solo. Awesome
Jace
Makes me want a kit kat.
WonderingFox
it's an earlier version of Snuff Box! :)