New Gold
New Gold

Gorillaz ft. Tame Impala, Bootie Brown - New Gold Lyrics

Delving into the illusionary nature of society and the human pursuit of superficiality, this multi-layered track presents a critique of modern life. The "magic cove" symbolizes an enticing yet deceptive world where people are drawn to the allure of 'new gold'… Read more

Aug 31, 2022
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New Gold Lyrics

But in the magic cove, there's a pretty one
I ask her where it goes 'cause I really want
I wonder if she knows that we're underwater
That's the way it goes in this city wonder

Moved to the spot, I'm one of a few
A whole lot of everything, but nothing to do
'Tilted in a Tesla, pardon the ex-wrestler
He dates Francesca, they on them Xannies
Liposuction's scheduled for Granny
She want to save some, add to her fanny
Girls' trip, Miami at the end of the year
Polluted-filled skies, trying to think clear
I heard the bad news while I was shedding a beer
Watch out from the cults, Paul Revere
We all play a part in the Devil's cheer
Run to the hills 'cause the end is near

But in the magic cove, there's a pretty one
I ask her where it goes 'cause I really want
I wonder if she knows that we're underwater
That's the way it goes in this city wonder

Yo, a desolate city where it hurts to smile
Ran into the Reverend since it's been a while
I'm reining in the rando', she's a social scandal
Gave ourselves a handle when it's too much to bare
ABC boys raided the mayor
Like Shaun, he's a Ryder, took on a dare
Now he's singing like a birdy, pulling on his hair
Trending on Twitter's what some of us live for
Friendships givin' out, fucking revolving door
All of this a joke? Pauly Shore
Bullshit keeps comin', maybe I'm a Matador
What are we living for?

Are we all losing our minds?
Because life got in the way
(Hey, hey, hey)
They will be here just in time
Your replacement is here to stay (ahh)

New gold, fool's gold
Everything will disappear (new gold)
Someone's out here
Who traveled far too many years (new gold)
To nowhere, nowhere (new gold, new gold)
Nothing here is ever real (new gold)
New gold, fool's gold (new gold)
Everything will disappear, disappear
Disappear, disappear, disappear
Disappear, disappear, disappear
Disappear, disappear, disappear, disappear

But in the magic cove, there's a pretty one
I ask her where it goes 'cause I really want
I wonder if she knows that we're underwater
That's the way it goes in this city wonder (new gold)

But in the magic cove, there's a pretty one (new gold, new gold, new gold)
I ask her where it goes 'cause I really want (new gold, new gold, new gold)
I wonder if she knows that we're underwater (new gold, new gold, new gold)
That's the way it goes in this city wonder (new gold, new gold, new gold)

In the magic cove, there's a pretty one (new gold, fool's gold)
I ask her where it goes 'cause I really want (everything will disappear)
I wonder if she knows that we're underwater (someone's out here)
That's the way it goes in this city wonder (who travelled far too many years)

But in the magic cove, there's a pretty one (to nowhere, nowhere)
I ask her where it goes 'cause I really want (nothing here is ever real)
I wonder if she knows that we're underwater (new gold, fool's gold)
That's the way it goes in this city wonder (everything will disappear)

Writer(s): Damon Albarn, Greg Kurstin, Kevin Parker, Romye Robinson
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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What is the Meaning of New Gold?

Delving into the illusionary nature of society and the human pursuit of superficiality, this multi-layered track presents a critique of modern life. The "magic cove" symbolizes an enticing yet deceptive world where people are drawn to the allure of 'new gold' or material wealth and status. However, they remain oblivious to their metaphorical submersion 'underwater', indicating a state of unawareness or denial about their reality. The lyrics also highlight societal issues like drug abuse, vanity, social media obsession, and corruption, suggesting that these are distractions from what truly matters in life. The repeated phrase 'everything will disappear' underscores the transient nature of material possessions and fame. Ultimately, the song serves as a reminder of the emptiness that comes with chasing ephemeral pleasures over genuine happiness and fulfillment.

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