Discover the story of the song > Nothing Rhymed – Gilbert O’Sullivan

The protagonist wonders if he is being a good person when he gives up his seat for someone and whether his mother is proud of him. He also ponders whether he should be punished for making mistakes in his job. When he drinks and eats, he feels guilty for not doing more to help people who are starving. The song talks about the concept of nothing, both good and bad, and how life doesn't always rhyme or make sense. The protagonist embraces the right to be wrong and talks about the pleasure of losing, rather than always trying to win.