Fools
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I'm like a crow on a wire
You're the shining distraction that makes me fly home
I'm like a boat on the water
You're the raise on the waves that calm my mind
Oh, every time

But I know in my heart, you're not a constant star

And yeah, I've let you use me from that day that we first met
But I'm not done yet
Falling for you
Fool's gold
And I knew that you turn it on for everyone you met
But I don't regret
Falling for you
Fool's gold

I'm the first to admit that I'm reckless
I get lost in your beauty and I can't see
Two feet in front of me

And I know in my heart, you're just a moving part

And yeah I've let you use me from that day that we first met
But I'm not done yet
Falling for you
Fool's gold
And I knew that you turn it on for everyone you met
But I don't regret
Falling for you
Fool's gold
Oh, oh-ooh

Yeah, I know your love's not real
That's not the way it feels
That's not the way you feel

And yes I've let you use me from that day that we first met
But I'm not done yet
Falling for you
Fool's gold
And I knew that you turn it on for everyone you met
But I don't regret
Falling for you
Fool's gold

Oh, oh-ooh
Oh, oh-ooh

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of the song "Fools" by H.E.R. and YBN Cordae introduce the listener to a powerful metaphor of a crow on a wire and a boat on the water. The crow wants to fly home, and the boat wants to calm its mind, and both rely on a shining distraction and raise on the waves created by the person they are addressing. The lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability and dependency as the singer acknowledges that they need this person to feel alive and grounded. However, they also recognize that this person is not a constant star and is not as invested in the relationship as they are.

As the song progresses, the singer admits that they are reckless and get lost in the beauty of the person they are addressing. They are aware that this person is using them, but they cannot help falling for them. The metaphor of "Fool's Gold" represents the value the singer places on the relationship, even though they know it is not genuine. While they understand that this person turns on the charm for everyone they meet, they do not regret falling for them. The singer is aware that the love they receive is not real, but that does not change how they feel.

In conclusion, "Fools" is a beautifully crafted song that explores themes of vulnerability, dependency, and falling for the wrong person. The metaphor of a crow on a wire and a boat on the water adds depth to the lyrics and helps convey the feelings of the singer. The song captures the bittersweet feeling of investing in someone who does not value the relationship as much as the other person.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm like a crow on a wire
I feel stuck in my current situation, similar to how a crow may feel trapped on a wire.

You're the shining distraction that makes me fly home
You are the one thing that can distract me from my troubles and bring me back to a sense of comfort.

I'm like a boat on the water
Just like a boat that can be tossed around by waves, I feel like I'm being pushed around by life's uncertainties.

You're the raise on the waves that calm my mind
Despite the chaos around me, you provide a sense of stability and ease for my mind.

But I know in my heart, you're not a constant star
I may rely on you now, but I understand that you are not always going to be a consistent source of support.

And yeah, I've let you use me from that day that we first met
I have allowed myself to be taken advantage of by you since the very beginning.

But I'm not done yet
Despite this, I am not ready to let go just yet.

Falling for you
I am still falling for you, even though I know better.

Fool's gold
I understand that our relationship may not have the worth I imagined, but it still seems valuable to me.

And I knew that you turn it on for everyone you met
I am aware that you put on a facade for everyone, not just me.

But I don't regret
Despite this, I don't regret falling for you.

I'm the first to admit that I'm reckless
I admit that I often act impulsively, without thinking of the consequences.

I get lost in your beauty and I can't see
I easily get swept away in your appearance and fail to see the bigger picture.

Two feet in front of me
I struggle to see what's right in front of me.

And I know in my heart, you're just a moving part
I realize that you are not going to be a permanent fixture in my life.

Yeah I've let you use me from that day that we first met
I have allowed myself to be taken advantage of by you since the very beginning.

Oh, oh-ooh
Just a vocalization, not an actual phrase.

Yeah, I know your love's not real
I have come to terms with the fact that your love may not be genuine.

That's not the way it feels
However, in the moment, it still feels very genuine to me.

And yes I've let you use me from that day that we first met
I have allowed myself to be taken advantage of by you since the very beginning.

Oh, oh-ooh
Just a vocalization, not an actual phrase.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Harry Styles, Jamie Scott, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson, Maureen McDonald, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik

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