Fools Get Wise

King Crimson · Other Songs - King Crimson

I ask you where you're goin'

And you tell me where you been

I can tell you been doin' me wrong, baby

From the shape you're in

You better open up you're eyes baby

Cause fools do get wise

Your late up and sleep all day

You jumb and you ramble all night

Well the fool that i am baby

I can tell you ain't doin' me right

You better wake up and realize

That fools do get wise

Yeah, when the cat's away

I know the rat 's gonna play

But i can't tell what you're puttin' down

Woman you play when the cat 's around

You better try this one on for size

I tell you fools do get wise

I'm through being you're fool baby

I ain't gonna give you another red cent

Gonna tell the rentman to padlock the door

Cause i ain't gonna pay your rent no more

You better open up you're eyes woman

Fools do get wise

Fools Get Wise - King Crimson

Released by the progressive rock ensemble King Crimson, 'Fools Get Wise' stands as a defining track from the band's mid-1970s era, characterized by its intricate guitar work and complex rhythmic structures. The song exemplifies the group's signature fusion of jazz improvisation with rock energy, featuring the distinctive interplay between guitarist Robert Fripp and keyboardist Michael Giles. As a staple of their discography, the recording captures the band's commitment to technical precision and atmospheric depth, reflecting the broader progressive rock movement of the time. Its enduring presence in their catalog highlights its role in establishing King Crimson's reputation for pushing musical boundaries through sophisticated composition and performance.