Fooled By A Smile
Swing Out Sister Lyrics


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Words one said with tenderness
Have become meaningless
Broken promises take their toll
Now you're playing the fool

Torn, between torment and bliss
Beckoned by temptation's kiss
Leave you're ambitions standing still
All you're dreams left unfulfilled
make up mind while there's still time to turn around

Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind

Lies that leave you cold inside
With a pain to hard to hide
Broken promises take their toll
Now you're playing the fool

Hide your face to save your shame
No one but yourself to blame
Leave you're ambitions standing still
All you're dreams left unfulfilled
Make up mind while there's still time to turn around

Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind

Fooled by a smile

Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind




Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind

Overall Meaning

In "Fooled By A Smile" by Swing Out Sister, the lyrics depict a person who has been deceived by fake promises and false emotions. The words that were meaningful have lost their power, and the broken promises have taken a toll on them, leaving them feeling like they're playing the fool. They are torn between the torment and bliss they have experienced, which are both tempting in different ways but have left their ambitions and dreams unfulfilled. The lyrics tell them to make up their mind before it's too late to turn around.


The lies they have believed in have left them cold inside and with too much pain to hide. They hide their face to save their shame, but it is ultimately only themselves to blame. The chorus then repeats the phrase "Fooled by a smile," emphasizing the theme of deception and betrayal. The regret they feel is one that they won't be able to forget, as they mourn what they left behind.


One interesting fact about the song is that it was Swing Out Sister's debut single, released in 1986. The song was a commercial success, reaching #43 on the UK Singles Chart and #8 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song was also nominated for a Grammy Award in 1987 for Best Pop Vocal Performance by a Group or Duo.


Despite its success, "Fooled By A Smile" was not included in Swing Out Sister's debut album, "It's Better to Travel." Instead, it was later included as a bonus track in the album's CD reissue. Additionally, the song was originally titled "Fooled by a Smile Again" and featured different lyrics, but it was changed before its release.


Another interesting fact is that the song was co-produced by Paul Staveley O'Duffy, who also worked with the likes of Madonna, Kylie Minogue, and Annie Lennox. In an interview, Swing Out Sister's lead singer Corinne Drewery expressed her admiration for O'Duffy's work and how he was able to bring out their sound and style.


Overall, "Fooled By A Smile" is a catchy and upbeat song that carries a message about the dangers of deception and false promises. Its success and continued popularity highlight Swing Out Sister's impact on the music industry.


Chords: D, A, G, A, D, A, G, A (Verse)
F, C, G, C, D, A, Bm, A (Chorus)


Line by Line Meaning

Words one said with tenderness
Words spoken lovingly in the past have lost their meaning now


Have become meaningless
Those lovingly spoken words have lost their significance and value


Broken promises take their toll
Repeated broken promises have a negative impact on you


Now you're playing the fool
You are now acting foolishly because of those broken promises


Torn, between torment and bliss
You are caught in between choosing what makes you happy and what causes you pain


Beckoned by temptation's kiss
You are attracted to the tempting things that cause you harm


Leave your ambitions standing still
Your aspirations are left stagnant and unfulfilled


All your dreams left unfulfilled
Your desires and dreams are left unfilled and unrealized


Make up mind while there's still time to turn around
Decide now while you still have the chance to make things right


Fooled by a smile
You were deceived by a happy appearance


You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
You feel remorseful and will always remember the things you left behind because of that deception


Lies that leave you cold inside
Lies hurt you deeply and have a lasting emotional effect


With a pain too hard to hide
The pain is so intense that it cannot be concealed


Hide your face to save your shame
You hide your identity to protect your reputation and dignity


No one but yourself to blame
You are solely responsible for the predicament you are in


Fooled by a smile
You were deceived by a happy appearance


You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
You feel remorseful and will always remember the things you left behind because of that deception


Fooled by a smile
You were deceived by a happy appearance


You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
You feel remorseful and will always remember the things you left behind because of that deception


Fooled by a smile
You were deceived by a happy appearance


You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
You feel remorseful and will always remember the things you left behind because of that deception


Fooled by a smile
You were deceived by a happy appearance


You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
You feel remorseful and will always remember the things you left behind because of that deception




Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANDREW JOHN CONNELL, CORINNE DREWERY, MARTIN BOYD JACKSON

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Words one said with tenderness
Have become meaningless
Broken promises take their toll
Now you're playing the fool
Torn, between torment and bliss
Beckoned by temptation's kiss
Leave you're ambitions standing still
All you're dreams left unfulfilled
make up mind while there's still time to turn around
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Lies that leave you cold inside
With a pain to hard to hide
Broken promises take their toll
Now you're playing the fool
Hide your face to save your shame
No one but yourself to blame
Leave you're ambitions standing still
All you're dreams left unfulfilled
Make up mind while there's still time to turn around
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind



CHILL FROST

[ Lyrics ]


Words one said with tenderness
Have become meaningless
Broken promises take their toll
Now you're playing the fool

Torn, between torment and bliss
Beckoned by temptation's kiss
Leave your ambitions standing still
All your dreams left unfulfilled
Make up mind while there's still time to turn around

Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind

Lies that leave you cold inside
With a pain to hard to hide
Broken promises take their toll
Now you're playing the fool

Hide your face to save your shame
Noone but yourself to blame
Leave your ambitions standing still
All your dreams left unfulfilled
Make up mind while there's still time to turn around

Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind

Fooled by a smile

Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind
Fooled by a smile
You regret, won't forget what you've left behind



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Dlweddl68

Swing Out Sister one of most underrated groups of all time.

Marty Emmons

I agree, Dlweddl68! In my day to day life, I experience no Swingout Sister. Either fans or airplay (SiriusXM) or otherwise. That doesn't stop me from listening to their music.

John Jantjies

true

Runcorn Balsall

Takes me back to the 80s !

Kidwaryod Production

In my opinion their two first albums was the finest albums ever. Then they are slightly decline started from "Get in touched with yourself" "Living Return" they are return to form in "Shapes and Pattern" but after that their music was complete darker than before that make me disappointed.

Kidwaryod Production

@Marty Emmons Checkout Workshy (The Band in the same area ) they are still making music in a positive and happy mood.

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Basil Maher

Swing Out Sister is arguably one of the best bands of the 80's and a great star of the sophisti-pop movement. They are extremely underrated and especially overlooked here in the USA. "Filth and Dreams" is one of my favorite albums by them and too bad it did not receive a worldwide release.

JEFFREY LAWRENCE

I bought F&D as a Japanese import one of my favs

Marty Emmons

I share your regret that Swing Out Sister and those other wonderful bands from the UK aren't promoted here in the United States. That's why I like reading the comments. I find hidden music treasures to listen to.

Denver-T

I had never heard of them until I spent a month one summer in Madrid. Breakout was brand new and I was hooked. But here at home almost no one knows who they are. So under rated and under appreciated.

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