Only A Fool Would Say That
Only A Fool Would Say That

Steely Dan - Only A Fool Would Say That Lyrics

This lyrical masterpiece delves into the paradoxes of idealism and cynicism. The song's protagonist is an idealist who dreams of a utopian world, free from conflict and hardship. However, this vision is met with skepticism and dismissal, as it's seen as naive… Read more

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Only A Fool Would Say That Lyrics

A world become one of salads and sun
Only a fool would say that
A boy with a plan, a natural man
Wearing a white Stetson hat

Unhand that gun begone
There's no one to fire upon
If he's holding it high
He's telling a lie

I heard it was you
Talking 'bout a world where all is free
It just couldn't be
And only a fool would say that

The man in the street dragging his feet
Don't wanna hear the bad news
Imagine your face there is his place
Standing inside his brown shoes

You do his nine to five
Drag yourself home half alive
And there on the screen
A man with a dream

I heard it was you
Talking 'bout a world where all is free
It just couldn't be
And only a fool would say that

Anybody on the street
Has murder in his eyes
You feel no pain
And you're younger than you realize
Only a fool would say that
Only a fool

I heard it was you
Talking 'bout a world where all is free
It just couldn't be
And only a fool would say that

Only a fool would say that
Only a fool would say that

Writer(s): Donald Fagen, Walter Carl Becker
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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What is the Meaning of Only A Fool Would Say That?

This lyrical masterpiece delves into the paradoxes of idealism and cynicism. The song's protagonist is an idealist who dreams of a utopian world, free from conflict and hardship. However, this vision is met with skepticism and dismissal, as it's seen as naive and unrealistic in a world ridden with struggle. The recurring phrase "only a fool would say that" underscores this clash between optimism and realism. The lyrics also touch upon societal norms such as the nine-to-five grind, suggesting that these routines might stifle individual dreams and aspirations. Thus, the song can be interpreted as a commentary on society's tendency to dismiss unconventional ideas or visions for a better world, labeling those who advocate for them as 'fools'.

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