The song "Blood, Tears & Gold" by Hurts speaks about a person who has moved on from a past relationship and reflects on the emotions they experienced during that time. The lyrics express the narrator's realization that they never thought they could forget their ex-partner or become the person they are now. However, they have found someone else who treats them poorly, indicating that they have moved on and won't let their ex make them suffer anymore. The chorus suggests that love has turned cold, and no amount of pain or material possessions (blood, tears, and gold) can make the situation better. The narrator asserts that they never let their ex-partner down and that things won't improve by holding onto the past. They are resolute in their decision to never go back to that relationship. The song highlights the narrator's clarity about leaving their past behind, emphasizing that they have no reason to forgive their ex. The suffering is visible in the ex-partner's eyes, but it can't hide the truth of the past. The repetition of the line "Love grows cold, blood, tears, and gold won't make it any better" underscores the futility of trying to salvage a broken relationship. In conclusion, "Blood, Tears & Gold" narrates the story of someone who has learned from their past experiences and moved on from a toxic relationship. They recognize the need to let go of the past, as the pain and material possessions from that relationship won't bring any improvement. The song showcases the narrator's growth and determination to never return to that situation again.
