Fool
Rea; Chris Lyrics
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Who could love, do that to you
All dressed in black, he won't be comin' back
Look, save your tears
Got years and years
The pains of seventeen's
Unreal they're only dreams
Save your cryin' for the day
Fool if you think it's over
'Cause you said goodbye
Fool if you think it's over
I'll tell you why
New born eyes always cry with pain
At the first look at the mornin' sun
Fool if you think it's over
It's just begun
Miss Teenage Dream, such a tragic scene
He knocked your crown and ran away
First wound of pride, and how you cried and cried
But save your tears, got years and years
Fool if you think it's over
'Cause you said goodbye
Fool if you think it's over
I'll tell you why
(Fool if you think it's over)
(Fool if you think it's over)
I'll buy you first good wine
We'll have a real good time
Save your cryin' for the day
That may not come
But anyone who had to pay
Would laugh at you and say
Fool if you think it's over
'Cause you said goodbye
Fool if you think it's over
I'll tell you why
New born eyes always cry with pain
At the first
look at the morning sun, but don't be fooled by that pain because it is only the beginning. Chris Rea's song "Fool" tells the story of someone who has been hurt deeply by a past love. The opening lyrics speak of a “dyin’ flame” being freed and the realization that the person who once claimed to love them could be capable of such heartbreak.
The chorus of the song, with the repetition of "Fool if you think it's over," indicates that the person is likely still reeling from the loss and mistakenly believing that it's the end. There is a sense of encouraging the person to move on and not waste their tears over something that is already done. The line "new-born eyes always cry with pain at the first look at the morning sun" is a powerful metaphor for the start of a new day, a new life, that may bring even more pain.
The second verse recounts the story of Miss Teenage Dream, who had her confidence and spirit shattered by a cruel lover. The message is clear that heartbreak can happen to anyone, but there is hope for a brighter future. The song ends on a hopeful note with the offer to "buy you first good wine, we'll have a real good time," indicating that happiness is still possible even after such pain.
Line by Line Meaning
Dyin' flame, you're free again
The flame that represents your love has died and now you are feeling free.
Who could love, do that to you
Someone who claims to love you, shouldn't treat you so badly.
All dressed in black, he won't be comin' back
The one who hurt you is not going to return, accept it and move on.
Look, save your tears
Don't cry anymore, there's no reason to be upset.
Got years and years
There's a lot of time ahead of you, don't waste it on crying.
The pains of seventeen's
The pain you're feeling now is similar to the pain you felt in your teenage years.
Unreal they're only dreams
The pain you feel may seem unbearable, but in reality, it's just a bad dream.
Save your cryin' for the day
Stop crying now and save your tears for another day when you really need them.
Fool if you think it's over
You're mistaken if you think it's the end of the world just because a relationship has ended.
'Cause you said goodbye
Don't be foolish and think it's the end just because you were the one to end things.
I'll tell you why
Let me explain it to you so you can understand why it's not over yet.
New born eyes always cry with pain
Just like a newborn baby cries when seeing the sun for the first time, it's natural to feel pain after losing someone you love.
At the first look at the mornin' sun
It's a metaphor for facing reality in the morning, when you wake up and realize that things have changed.
It's just begun
The pain is just starting and it will take time to heal, but it's not the end of the world.
Miss Teenage Dream, such a tragic scene
You were once a Miss Teenage Dream, but now it's a tragic scene because of what you've been through.
He knocked your crown and ran away
The one who hurt you took away your confidence and left you alone.
First wound of pride, and how you cried and cried
The first time you were hurt, you were vulnerable and cried for a long time.
I'll buy you first good wine
Let me treat you to something nice and celebrate the beginning of a new chapter.
We'll have a real good time
Let's enjoy the moment and forget about the past for a while.
That may not come
The day you're saving your tears for may not even come, so don't worry too much.
But anyone who had to pay
Others who have gone through similar experiences would laugh at you if they heard you crying.
Would laugh at you and say
They would make fun of you and say that you're being foolish for crying.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER ANTON REA
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@ShaneisRight
The 1970's. When the music made you feel good, and later made you remember.
@rosannelle5764
Well said, and very true
@ShaneisRight
@@rosannelle5764 TY ✌✌
@davegann6263
@@rosannelle5764HJ.
@stephensnyder6818
Melody and lyrics ruled
@katherinemooney4396
The best!
@fob1xxl
Here in 2024, soon to be 79. The 70s was the best time of my life ! It's NEVER OVER till it's over !
@chrissy1310
Funny you say that, I was born in 70 and the 70's always make me feel like a summer breeze down cape cod! I can smell the hawaiian tropic!@@BrianCarnevaleB26
@wendylecker6937
you are so right
@virginiakraft8331
Truth. So many heartbreaks in my life. Now - at almost 60 - I am married to the RIGHT one. 3rd marriage. THIS one is right. ❤