You Made A Fool Of Me
Pete & The Starphonics Lyrics


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I got the Peace,
If you go the change.
I got the moves if you got range

Inner City... Paranoia


I got to fight to keep myself right.
I got to move on a steady groove.
I'm a ghost, I'm out of sight.
I never loose.

Inner City... Paranoia

I'm a killer, ain't the Thriller in Manila.
cin't the Rumble in the Jungle.
It's my time.

Forget Superfly,
Forget Shaft.
I throw both of them Motherfuckers,
Right on their css!


Talking 'bout,
You, ooh, oooh, whooh, hoo, ooooh...
You Made Me This Way,
Chile...
Yes, ya did, now.

Talking 'bout,
You, ooh, oooh, whooh, hoo, ooooh...
You Made Me This Way,
Chile...
Yes, ya did, now.
Now, I'm looking to find...



Coming up,
I was the one.
I had everyone on the run.

Inner City... Paranoia

You can't buy and sell me.
I'm Free Motherfucker,
Keep your eyes on me.

'Bout the Cash,
'Bout the Women,
'Bout the Badest Motherfucker on the Planet.

Inner City... Paranoia

I'm the first and I'm the Last,
You can't measure to me.
'Cause I move too fast.

You can float like a butterfly,
Sting like a bee,
But you still can't lay a hand on me!



Talking 'bout,
You, ooh, oooh, whooh, hoo, ooooh...
You Made Me This Way,
Chile...
Yes, ya did, now.

Talking 'bout,
You, ooh, oooh, whooh, hoo, ooooh...
You Made Me This Way,
Chile...
Yes, ya did, now.

Now, I'm looking to find...
Got to have you on my mind, Chile.

Talking 'bout,
You, ooh, oooh, whooh, hoo, ooooh...
You Made Me This Way,
Chile...
Yes, ya did, now.

Talking 'bout,
You, ooh, oooh, whooh, hoo, ooooh...
You Made Me This Way,
Chile...
Yes, ya did, now.

Now, I'm looking to find...


Ya gave me love,
Ya took it away.
You promised me a brand new day.

Lost what I had child and it's all gone,
Sayonara baby, so long.

Inner City... Paranoia
Inner City... Paranoia
Inner City... Paranoia


Talking 'bout,
You, ooh, oooh, whooh, hoo, ooooh...
You Made Me This Way,
Chile...
Yes, ya did, now.

Talking 'bout,
You, ooh, oooh, whooh, hoo, ooooh...
You Made Me This Way,
Chile...
Yes, ya did, now.

Now, I'm looking to find...
Got to have you on my mind...

Talking 'bout,
You, ooh, oooh, whooh, hoo, ooooh...
You Made Me This Way,
Chile...
Yes, ya did, now.

Talking 'bout,
You, ooh, oooh, whooh, hoo, ooooh...
You Made Me This Way,
Chile
Yes, ya did, now.





Now, I'm looking to find...
Got to have you on my mind...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Pete & The Starphonics's song "You Made A Fool of Me" express a sense of confidence, resilience, and empowerment in the face of a past betrayal. The opening lines, "I got the peace, if you got the change. I got the moves if you got range," suggest that the persona has found inner peace and is ready to move forward, unbothered by any negative influences. The repeated phrase "Inner City...Paranoia" hints at the idea of being haunted by past experiences or traumas, but the persona refuses to let it define them.


The verses talk about maintaining self-determination and a strong sense of identity. The lines "I got to fight to keep myself right. I got to move on a steady groove. I'm a ghost, I'm out of sight. I never lose" emphasize the persona's determination to stay on the right track and not let obstacles or negative influences hold them back. They assert their power by proclaiming, "I'm a killer, ain't the Thriller in Manila. Can't the Rumble in the Jungle. It's my time," suggesting that they are ready to step into their own spotlight and make their mark. The references to iconic figures like Superfly and Shaft imply that the persona sees themselves as surpassing these legendary characters.


The chorus, "You Made Me This Way, Chile...Yes, ya did, now," suggests that the persona has been shaped by their experiences, particularly the actions of someone else. They acknowledge the impact this person has had on their life, both positively and negatively. Nonetheless, they maintain a sense of agency, expressing a desire to move forward and find someone new. The final lines, "You gave me love, you took it away. You promised me a brand new day. Lost what I had child and it's all gone, Sayonara baby, so long," convey a sense of disappointment and loss, but also resolve and a willingness to let go of what is no longer serving them.


Overall, the lyrics of "You Made A Fool of Me" portray a strong-willed persona who has overcome betrayal and is determined to move forward with confidence and self-assurance.


Line by Line Meaning

I got the Peace,
I possess inner peace and tranquility.


If you go the change.
If you are willing to make a positive change.


I got the moves if you got range
I possess great skills and abilities if you are capable of challenging me.


Inner City... Paranoia
Referring to the fear and anxiety that exist within the inner city.


I got to fight to keep myself right.
I must constantly struggle and strive to maintain my integrity and righteousness.


I got to move on a steady groove.
I must keep progressing on a consistent and harmonious path.


I'm a ghost, I'm out of sight.
I am elusive and hard to perceive or grasp.


I never lose.
I always emerge victorious and never experience defeat.


I'm a killer, ain't the Thriller in Manila.
I am a skilled and dangerous fighter, not to be compared with the famous boxing match in Manila involving Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier (known as Thrilla in Manila).


I can't the Rumble in the Jungle.
I cannot be compared to the iconic boxing match between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman (known as the Rumble in the Jungle).


It's my time.
This is my moment of success and triumph.


Forget Superfly,
Disregard Superfly, a popular blaxploitation film character.


Forget Shaft.
Disregard Shaft, another iconic blaxploitation film character.


I throw both of them Motherfuckers,
I surpass and outshine both of those individuals.


Right on their css!
Directly onto their egos or sense of self-worth.


Talking 'bout,
Referring to the discussion or mention of something.


You Made Me This Way,
Your actions and behavior have shaped me into who I am today.


Chile...
A term of endearment or familiarity.


Yes, ya did, now.
Indeed, you did influence me.


Now, I'm looking to find...
Currently, I am searching or seeking.


Coming up,
Growing up or maturing.


I was the one.
I was the dominant or exceptional individual.


I had everyone on the run.
I had instilled a fear or sense of defeat in others.


You can't buy and sell me.
You cannot exert control or manipulate me for personal gain.


I'm Free Motherfucker,
I am liberated and unrestricted.


Keep your eyes on me.
Pay attention to my actions and achievements.


'Bout the Cash,
Concerning money or wealth.


'Bout the Women,
Regarding relationships with women.


'Bout the Badest Motherfucker on the Planet.
Regarding myself as the most exceptional and formidable individual on earth.


I'm the first and I'm the Last,
I am the beginning and the end, the ultimate.


You can't measure to me.
You cannot compare or compete with me.


'Cause I move too fast.
Because I am highly agile and quick in my actions.


You can float like a butterfly,
You may possess grace and lightness like a butterfly.


Sting like a bee,
Inflict pain or harm with your actions.


But you still can't lay a hand on me!
Nevertheless, you are unable to physically touch or defeat me.


Now, I'm looking to find...
Currently, I am searching or seeking.


Got to have you on my mind, Chile.
I must constantly think or obsess about you.


Ya gave me love,
You once showed me affection and care.


Ya took it away.
But you subsequently removed or withheld that love.


You promised me a brand new day.
You assured me a fresh and promising future.


Lost what I had child and it's all gone,
I have lost all that I once possessed, my dear, and it cannot be recovered.


Sayonara baby, so long.
Goodbye, my dear, it is time to part ways.


Inner City... Paranoia
Referring to the fear and anxiety that exist within the inner city.


Talking 'bout,
Referring to the discussion or mention of something.


Got to have you on my mind...
I must constantly think or obsess about you.


Chile...
A term of endearment or familiarity.


Now, I'm looking to find...
Currently, I am searching or seeking.


Talking 'bout,
Referring to the discussion or mention of something.


You Made Me This Way,
Your actions and behavior have shaped me into who I am today.


Chile...
A term of endearment or familiarity.


Yes, ya did, now.
Indeed, you did influence me.


Now, I'm looking to find...
Currently, I am searching or seeking.


Got to have you on my mind...
I must constantly think or obsess about you.


Talking 'bout,
Referring to the discussion or mention of something.


You Made Me This Way,
Your actions and behavior have shaped me into who I am today.


Chile...
A term of endearment or familiarity.


Yes, ya did, now.
Indeed, you did influence me.


Now, I'm looking to find...
Currently, I am searching or seeking.


Ya gave me love,
You once showed me affection and care.


Ya took it away.
But you subsequently removed or withheld that love.


You promised me a brand new day.
You assured me a fresh and promising future.


Lost what I had child and it's all gone,
I have lost all that I once possessed, my dear, and it cannot be recovered.


Sayonara baby, so long.
Goodbye, my dear, it is time to part ways.


Inner City... Paranoia
Referring to the fear and anxiety that exist within the inner city.


Inner City... Paranoia
Referring to the fear and anxiety that exist within the inner city.


Inner City... Paranoia
Referring to the fear and anxiety that exist within the inner city.


Talking 'bout,
Referring to the discussion or mention of something.


You Made Me This Way,
Your actions and behavior have shaped me into who I am today.


Chile...
A term of endearment or familiarity.


Yes, ya did, now.
Indeed, you did influence me.


Now, I'm looking to find...
Currently, I am searching or seeking.


Got to have you on my mind...
I must constantly think or obsess about you.


Talking 'bout,
Referring to the discussion or mention of something.


You Made Me This Way,
Your actions and behavior have shaped me into who I am today.


Chile...
A term of endearment or familiarity.


Yes, ya did, now.
Indeed, you did influence me.


Now, I'm looking to find...
Currently, I am searching or seeking.


Got to have you on my mind...
I must constantly think or obsess about you.




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@MsHillbilly

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