Bedingfield, Natasha - Pirate Bones Lyrics

What if I squeeze myself into any shape
And I still don't fit?
What if I bend myself so much that I break
And I can't mend it?
What if I burn so bright that the fire goes out
And I can't stay lit?
What's the point in it?
I could get good at crying crocodile tears
Just to get along
I could carry on telling you wanna hear
'til my voice is gone
But if I finally get to the place that I think is home
And I don't belong
What's the point in it?
Where's the benefit?
When I'm gaining all but I'm losing it

It's not worth having
If it's too much to hold
You can dig so deep
That you're left with a hole
Thirsty in a desert with a bag full of gold
Don't wanna end up like pirate bones
What I thought was precious was just a pile o' stones
I might have the treasure but I'd be lying alone
Just a pile of pirate bones
If I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having
If it's something I stole it ain't worth having

What if I stake everything I am on a dream
And it's counterfeit?
If I reach the end that justifies the means
Could I live with it?
And if it's true that having too much of any good thing
Could only make me sick
What's the point in it
Where's the benefit
When I'm gaining all but I'm losing it
Oh, oh

It's not worth having
If it's too much to hold
You can dig so deep
That you're left with a hole
Thirsty in a desert with a bag full of gold
Don't wanna end up like pirate bones
What I thought was precious was just a pile o' stones
I might have the treasure but I'd be lying alone
Just a pile of pirate bones
If I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having
If it's something I stole it ain't worth having

It's not wroth that much to me
If losing out is what it means
To swim in shallow victory
Is empty, empty
It's just not worth the price
It's only a fools paradise
If it's draining every drop of life 'til I'm dry like pirate bones

It's not worth having
If it's too much to hold
You can dig so deep
That you're left with a hole
Thirsty in a desert with a bag full of gold
Don't wanna end up like pirate bones
What I thought was precious was just a pile o' stones
I might have the treasure but I'd be lying alone
Just a pile of pirate bones
If I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having
If it's something I stole it ain't worth having

For most people this is just some random b-side on an old album but when I was little this was my favorite song in the world I used to make my dad play it over and over in the car and I still love it so much

sooo nostalgic! I would sing this every time I had to sing to audition for something when I was younger! I remembered the lyrics by heart but its been a very long time since I've heard her sing it! I live my life by the message in this song XD

This is really a creepy and awesome song

Captain Hook anyone?a pirate's life

They took this song off of Apple music :(

Somebody please tell me what is this song about

Kuea Npn it's about doing something you don't love and and not wanting to be doing it she's unhappy

man was it a great time to be 8 years old then. we had songs like this on the radio and nothing was like the mess on the radio now

I'd actually say that pop music is currently improving compared to where it was for a while.

Ying the Eevee Honestly though this used to be my absolute favorite song when I was little we had the album and I would make my dad play this track over and over cause I loved it so much

listen very carefully to how the instrumental was played... I never noticed that. it's brilliant

The lyrics are so deep. Sometimes what we think is so precious and a goal, is just something that will make your life miserable.

if I forfeit my soul it ain't worth having 🎶❤

Am I the only one who thinks of One Piece or Pirates of the Caribbean when I hear this song? xD

that and Peter Pan :)

Ceann MaGraff I think of Pac Man the Pirate Bones level

I don't think she's weird at all. I love her songs because it always has a deeper meaning behind it. I actually think she's one of the most unique artists out there. Not weird at all. Just honest and real. I relate to her songs.

The sad part is so many will miss the real meaning when it is right in front of them. Instead of paying attention they say it's weird.

"If I forfeit my soul, is it worth having?"

Think.

love this tune.....great album......prefer here older stuff than wot she does now.....but most artist start off good because they try but once famous there heart & soul is`nt innit as much

Seriously...I think this song changed my life. 

how so babe ?

who calls a stranger babe?

what do u mean honey ?

+ChurchNewCreation LOL! Now that's weird, darling!

This is still my favorite song.

Although I don't agree with some that this is her best song, it is a new find and I like it quite a lot.

all her songs have good lyrics ... you deserve to be more on tv than these lames

De best song eveah made it rlly remindes of me I lve it explanes a lot about me

This is my favorite song ever.

@bloodofrrreptile now that you say it i would think that too

From the first time I heard this song...loved it...open the sunroof on my CRUZE....turn up the tune....join in singing this song......and ENJOY LIFE!!!!

She speaks the TRUTH... So i'll note.

4 people want to end up like pirate bones

the lyrics to this song are just perfect. holy crap. Love it.

These lyrics make me think about the fact that I'm trying to lose weight for several years now just to look perfect. Right now I'm completely fat but what if I go too far and become too skinny..? I don't want to end up like pirate bones!

Dang I love this song and so true!!!

luv her lyrics

she is so beautiful....... and a voice to match...!

i love her she has such a goos voice

@Random1pixie yeah me too each one has a special meaning, I love her songs!

@collinsseaboldmeyer yes she does

@honischbienschen she looks like my art teacher as well!

Lucky man.

wow! amazing lyrics! does she write her own lyrics?

i looooove this song and i love her voice,

don't wanna end up like pirate bones what i thought was precious just a pile of stones i might have the treasure but i'd be lyin alone just a pile of pirate bones. i love this song!

favorite song off the album!

I love all of her songs she has like an epic voice

I love this song!

i LOVE this song...natsha bedingfield has an amaaziiing voice!

Lol @ hidden comment

GR8 SONG!!! =)

One problem I have with some of her music is that you can't understand her until you read the lyrics. :/

i love natashas singing and lyrics. their all so... inspirational. <33

I think the same thing but there is a deeper meaning she is sayin' like if get this at the expense of my life it isn't worth giving up my life if its gonna end badky for u.

I have the cd and this is my fav song on it.

i dun think she's ever heard of one piece...but this song is eerily close to the plot line...

really really good song

Well, of course this song is good. Natasha Bedingfield is equivalent to Haruhi's holy powers.

i fuckin love this song! the lyrics and the beat are CRAZY! ahahaha she freakin rocks!

YES! its DEEP !

its so catchy.. EVERYONE says her songs are weird, but BOY do i like it... :D mebbe im weird. :(

i dont liek it, only my opinion.

wow i love this song by the title i thoguth it was gonna be cheezy but my bad lol w/e i love this song

This is a really good song.