Fools
Troye Sivan(트로이 시반) Lyrics


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I am tired of this place, I hope people change
I need time to replace what I gave away
And my hopes, they are high, I must keep them small
Though I try to resist I still want it all

I see swimming pools and living rooms and aeroplanes
I see a little house on the hill and children's names
I see quiet nights poured over ice and Tanqueray
But everything is shattering and it's my mistake

Only fools fall for you, only fools
Only fools do what I do, only fools fall
Only fools fall for you, only fools
Only fools do what I do, only fools fall

Oh, our lives don't collide, I'm aware of this
The differences and impulses and your obsession with
The little things you like stick, and I like aerosol
Don't give a f***, not giving up, I still want it all

Only fools fall for you, only fools
Only fools do what I do, only fools fall
Only fools fall for you, only fools
Only fools do what I do, only fools fall

I see swimming pools and living rooms and aeroplanes
I see a little house on the hill and children's names
I see quiet nights part over ice and Tanqueray
But everything is shattering and it's my mistake

Only fools fall for you, only fools fall
Only fools do what I do, only fools fall
Only fools fall for you, only fools fall
Only fools do what I do, only fools fall

Only fools fall for you (only fools)
Only fools do what I do (only fools)
Only fools fall for you (only fools)
Only fools do what I do, only fools fall

(Only fools)
(Only fools)




(Only fools)
(Only fools)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Troye Sivan's "Fools" depict a sense of remorse and longing for what once was, but has now come to an end. The song begins with a frustration towards a place or situation that the singer is ready to move on from. They hope for change and time to heal from giving away too much of themselves. Although they try to remain level-headed, their hopes remain high.


The chorus uses the phrase "only fools" as a way to describe their actions and feelings towards this person they’re singing about. The lyrics suggest that the person they're singing about isn't worth falling for, yet they've made the mistake of doing so. The singer sees all the beauty and grandeur in the world, but realizes that it's breaking apart and it's partly their own fault.


The bridge highlights the differences and similarities between the two people involved. The singer acknowledges that their lives don't align, but they still crave the little things that make that person unique. They’re willing to put up a fight to have it all, even if it ends in pain.


Overall, the song touches on themes of regret, longing, and desire for something that may not be good for us. It's relatable to anyone who has experienced heartbreak and is struggling to let go of someone who is not right for them.


Line by Line Meaning

I am tired of this place, I hope people change
I am exhausted and unhappy with my current situation and I hope that the people around me can change to improve it.


I need time to replace what I gave away
I need time to recover what I've lost or given away, whether it's material possessions or emotional investment.


And my hopes, they are high, I must keep them small
Although I have high hopes for the future, I need to temper my expectations and not expect too much to avoid disappointment.


Though I try to resist I still want it all
Despite my attempts to be content with what I have, I still want more and am struggling with this desire.


I see swimming pools and living rooms and aeroplanes
I envision a life of luxury and abundance with features such as swimming pools, living rooms, and airplanes.


I see a little house on the hill and children's names
I imagine a peaceful and idyllic home on a hill, complete with the names of my loved ones inscribed.


I see quiet nights poured over ice and Tanqueray
I dream of relaxing, calm evenings sipping on Tanqueray gin over ice.


But everything is shattering and it's my mistake
The dream I have for my life is falling apart and it's my fault. I made a mistake that led to this breakage.


Only fools fall for you, only fools
People who fall for you are foolish as they don't realize the pain and disappointment that comes along with it.


Only fools do what I do, only fools fall
I am foolish in my actions, and I am falling for someone despite knowing the risks that come with it.


Oh, our lives don't collide, I'm aware of this
Our lives are on different paths and they do not intersect. I am aware of this fact and it's causing me heartache.


The differences and impulses and your obsession with
The differences between us, our impulses and your obsession with trivial things are causing a rift between us.


The little things you like stick, and I like aerosol
You have simple tastes, and I have more extravagant ones. Our differences in what we like are making things difficult.


Don't give a f***, not giving up, I still want it all
I don't care about what others think of me, and I won't give up on my desires, even if it's unrealistic.


Only fools fall for you, only fools
People who fall for you are foolish as they don't realize the pain and disappointment that comes along with it.


Only fools do what I do, only fools fall
I am foolish in my actions, and I am falling for someone despite knowing the risks that come with it.


Only fools fall for you, only fools
People who fall for you are foolish as they don't realize the pain and disappointment that comes along with it.


Only fools do what I do, only fools fall
I am foolish in my actions, and I am falling for someone despite knowing the risks that come with it.


Only fools fall for you (only fools)
People who fall for you are foolish.


Only fools do what I do (only fools)
I am foolish for doing what I'm doing.


Only fools fall for you (only fools)
People who fall for you are foolish.


Only fools do what I do, only fools fall
I am foolish for doing what I'm doing and falling for this person, despite knowing better.


(Only fools)
Reinforcing the message that falling for this person is foolish.


(Only fools)
Reinforcing the message that falling for this person is foolish.


(Only fools)
Reinforcing the message that falling for this person is foolish.


(Only fools)
Reinforcing the message that falling for this person is foolish.




Lyrics © MUSHROOM MUSIC PTY LTD, Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: ALEXANDRA HOPE ROBOTHAM, PHILLIP ERIC NORMAN, TROYE MELLET

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Comments from YouTube:

@ceyonabanks9519

"I am tired of this place, I hope people change" - Me : same, I hope people change too

@eilishegg1031

Ceyona Banks
Yah........ I can relate......

@claudiadavila3685

Ceyona Banks yeah I hoped that too until I wasn't bothered anymore and it was then when I realize I changed and became like them 😔

@lheaandrea1876

we need to change too 😊

@claudiadavila3685

yes but not to fit in ...

@anastasiacarvajal

true

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@thomasdango920

Everyone: floating Pringles
Me: yellow rose petals?

@azashiii

But tbh it looks like pringles

@gabrielabonal6478

OHHHHHHHH THAT'S where the Pringle talk was coming from! I was so confused. wow, just when I thought I couldn't get any dumber.

@rachelhansen4427

Hey

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