“How Do You Feel About Foolin’ Around” by Kris Kristofferson and Willie Nelson has this easygoing, unapologetic charm that makes it feel like a conversation between two friends who’ve been around the block a few times. When these two legends team up, it’s like pulling up a barstool and leaning in for some late-night wisdom served with a smirk and a wink.
This isn’t your typical love song; it’s a little rough around the edges and refreshingly honest. Kristofferson and Nelson spin a story that’s all about living in the moment, tossing aside convention, and maybe even laughing in the face of commitment. Their voices blend into a sound that feels weathered yet timeless, with Willie’s smooth twang and Kris’s rugged vocals adding that perfect dose of grit.
But the beauty of this song lies in its simplicity. It’s casual yet captivating—just two people letting go of expectations and asking, “Why not?” It’s not about falling head over heels; it’s about a shared moment, a little escape. The lyrics don’t sugarcoat anything, and there’s a refreshing realism in the way it navigates relationships. No grand promises, no sweeping declarations—just the here and now.
Listening to it, you can’t help but feel like they’re letting you in on a secret. There’s an honesty to it that resonates, especially if you’ve ever been in a situation where love doesn’t look like a fairytale but still feels just right for that moment. Whether you’re drawn in by the authenticity of their voices or the rawness of the lyrics, this song is like a little reminder that sometimes, life doesn’t have to be so complicated
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Lyrics
So many people got so many lines they’ve all been tried and it’s true
They’ve all got so many reasons for changin’ your mind
And there ain’t none of ’em new
But there’s just so little distance between me and you I think we’re two of a kind
We don’t do nothing you don’t want to do and I won’t tell you no lies
So tell me how do you feel about foolin’ around down from your head to your toes
Ain’t nothin’ realer than right here and now if that’s as far as it goes
And it goes and it goes it goes ha-ha
[piano]
Hey you’ll never miss nothing we’ve never known you’ll never know till you try
Hey we can take it or leave it alone but we got so little time
So tell me how do you feel about…
So tell me how do you feel about…