The Fool (Lee Ann Womack song)

Womack told Billboard "The first time I played the demo, I just passed on it. I said, 'Yeah, it's a good song, but it's not 'Never Again Again." ==Content==

"The Fool" is a slow ballad, backed by piano, violin, and percussion. The narrator describes an encounter with a woman who once was in a relationship with her partner, revealing that he still has feelings for her. ==Music video==

A music video was released for the song, directed by Gerry Wenner. In the video, Womack is shown sitting in a bar singing, accompanied by a band. ==Critical reception==

Editors at Billboard gave the song a positive review and wrote, "It's impossible to say enough positive things about Womack. She delivers this tune about a woman confronting, with her heart in her throat, the other woman her man still loves. The vulnerability and honesty she conveys in each line showcase a true stylist breathing life into a poignant lyric. This song and performance embody the best qualities of the genre--raw emotion set to music. It's a powerful thing. ==Chart performance==

"The Fool" became Womack's first top five single on Billboards Hot Country Songs chart. The song peaked at number 2 for the chart week of October 4, 1997, blocked from number one by Diamond Rio's "How Your Love Makes Me Feel". Year-end charts ==References==