Rope Around A Fool
Elton John · Other Songs - Elton John
A tear starts at the edge
It takes two hands to rip it
It takes a lot more than either one of us has said
But I come from indecision
A place you ain't never been
Living in the state of confusion
On a map that runs like the veins under your skin
We got miscommunication kicking out the stool
We got mass determination making up the rules
But saving us is something that we can't do
And it's easier sometimes to throw a rope around a fool
Rope around a fool
And love is just another means
By which we hang ourselves
It takes two to execute
One to leave with innocence and one to leave with guilt
But I just see no reality
Just shades drawn on remorse
We've whipped this beast beyond the limit
Staggered out of breath along this course
We got miscommunication kicking out the stool
We got mass determination making up the rules
But saving us is something that we can't do
And it's easier sometimes to throw a rope around a fool
Rope around a fool
It's easier to lose a rope around a fool
Easier sometimes to throw a rope around a fool
A ring of your indifference thrown anywhere you choose
Easier sometimes to throw a rope around a fool
Rope around a fool, hit it now
We got miscommunication kicking out the stool
We got mass determination making up the rules
But saving us is something that we can't do
And it's easier sometimes to throw a rope around a fool
We got miscommunication kicking out the stool
We got mass determination making up the rules
But saving us is something that we can't do
And it's easier sometimes to throw a rope around a fool
Rope around a fool, rope around a fool
Rope around a fool
Rope Around A Fool
Elton John's 'Rope Around A Fool' stands as a poignant exploration of emotional entanglement and the complexities of love. Released during a period where the artist frequently delved into themes of personal vulnerability and the pitfalls of romantic obsession, the track captures the tension between desire and the fear of being trapped. The song's narrative reflects a broader tapestry of John's songwriting, which often juxtaposes grand romantic gestures with the harsh realities of heartbreak. Its melodic structure and lyrical depth contribute to a body of work that remains influential in the realm of classic rock ballads, resonating with listeners who recognize the universal struggle of holding onto a relationship that may ultimately prove to be a shackle rather than a support.