April Fool
Soul Asylum · Super Hits [2008]
Tired of playin' the clown
If I want your opinion I'll ask ya
I can get myself down
Night driving without headlight
Wearin' sunglasses too
Lookin' good but sure don't feel right
Anything to be cool
Doin' hopscotch with my legs tied
Jumpin' rope in wet cement
Black leather in midday sunshine
All your mother's money's spent
Doin' time on the metal detector
Like to drown in your pool
Coverin' up everything that's defective
Anything to be cool
A burning heart could be so cool
Won't you be my fashion victim
Come on, I'm an April Fool for you
Holdin' on to what's left of real life
Anything to be cool (x4)
A burning heart like an April Fool
Won't you be my fashion victim
Come on, I'm an April Fool
I'm a mid-spring snowfall, joke's on you
I'm an April Fool for you
I'm an April Fool for you
I'm an April Fool
(x3)
April Fool
Soul Asylum emerged from the Minneapolis music scene as a defining force in alternative rock during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Known for blending punk energy with melodic sensibilities, the band built a substantial discography that includes landmark albums like Grave Dancer's Union. April Fool appears on their 2008 compilation, Super Hits, serving as a retrospective look at their extensive catalogue. The track reflects the band's signature sound, characterized by gritty vocals and driving rhythms that resonated with fans of the genre. While the group is often celebrated for their breakthrough hit Runaway Train, their broader body of work demonstrates a consistent ability to craft emotionally charged rock anthems. This recording stands as part of their enduring legacy, showcasing the musical depth that has sustained their career across decades.