Fools Gold
Spiritual Beggars Lyrics

Seeing is believing
People often believe that seeing something is the only way to confirm its existence or truth.

Or so they say
This phrase suggests that there is some skepticism about the idea that seeing is the only way to believe something.

But who's to judge
The singer indicates that there is no clear or objective way to determine what is real and what is not.

What's real anyway?
The artist questions the very concept of reality and suggests that it may be subjective or even illusory.

I know it's fake
The singer acknowledges that some things, though they may be popularly considered real or true, are actually phony or superficial.

So, get off your high horse
The singer encourages listeners to abandon their stubborn insistence on certain beliefs or attitudes and be more open-minded.

You'd rather have this dream
The singer suggests that people are willing to cling to unreal or illusory ideas, rather than face the truth about their lives.

Than your tears and heartaches
The singer implies that truth and reality can be painful and difficult, and that people may prefer to avoid them altogether.

I'm sorry
The singer expresses regret or remorse about something.

But I can't help you
The singer acknowledges their inability to assist or guide others in confronting reality.

I'm really sorry
The singer repeats their earlier statement of apology for further emphasis.

But I'm busy chasing fools gold
The singer explains that they are more interested in pursuing superficial or illusory goals, rather than confronting the difficult realities of life.

It's always been this way
The singer suggests that their attitude or approach to life has been consistent over time.

I gotta ride my own wave
The singer asserts their independence and desire to chart their own course in life, regardless of what others may think.

Can't intellectualise
The singer implies that thinking too much or trying to approach life's challenges with pure logic may be insufficient or misguided.

There's no compromise
The singer suggests that they are unwilling to change their approach to life or their goals to suit others' expectations or desires.

I'm not like you
The singer acknowledges that they hold different attitudes or beliefs from other people.

I can only be me
The singer asserts their identity and individuality as something that cannot be compromised or changed.

And that's something
The singer suggests that being true to oneself is a valuable quality or accomplishment.

You never quite figured out
The singer implies that others may not fully understand this attitude or perspective on life.