Good Idea Tomorrow
Embracing Life's Slow Dance: Good Ideas Today and Tomorrow
Lyrics
Well it seems these days everybody's in a hurry
Expresses the common phenomenon of people being constantly in a rush in today's fast-paced world.
First to get the worm them birds are losin' their minds
Metaphorically refers to the early bird catching the worm, highlighting the competition and eagerness in society.
Well I can say I don't like wakin' up that early
Personally dislikes waking up early, suggesting a preference for a more relaxed lifestyle.
The only way to live is when I'm takin my time
Emphasizes the speaker's belief in taking one's time as the only way to truly live.
'cause life's too short to live it too fast
Life is too short to be lived at a fast pace, advocating for a more deliberate and mindful approach.
I can't smell a rose I've already passed
Reflects on missed opportunities, as the speaker has moved past experiences without fully appreciating them.
I've learned one lesson to lessen the sorrow
Shares a lesson learned about reducing sorrow, suggesting the importance of embracing good ideas.
If it's a good idea today it will be a good idea tomorrow
Asserts the timeless nature of good ideas, emphasizing that their value persists into the future.
Now I ain't sayin' hard work is no good
Acknowledges the value of hard work but cautions against neglecting the balance between work and leisure.
We've all got to pull the weight that's on our backs
Highlights the collective responsibility of shouldering life's burdens.
There's just one thing to remember if we could
Encourages remembering the importance of leisure and not solely focusing on work.
All work and no play don't make jack
Quotes the well-known saying, "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy," promoting a balanced lifestyle.
'cause life's too short to live it too fast
Reiterates the theme of life being too short to be lived hastily, using a metaphor involving smelling roses.
I can't smell a rose I've already passed
Reiterates a missed opportunity, symbolized by the inability to smell a rose that has already been passed.
I've learned one lesson to lessen the sorrow
Reaffirms the lesson learned earlier about reducing sorrow and the importance of good ideas.
If it's a good idea today it will be a good idea tomorrow
Restates the enduring nature of good ideas, emphasizing their lasting value.
'cause what's the use in livin', if we ain't livin'
Poses a rhetorical question about the purpose of living if one isn't truly experiencing and enjoying life.
Slow that engine down and enjoy the ride
Encourages slowing down and savoring life, using the metaphor of enjoying the ride.
'cause there ain't no stoppin' that clock from tickin'
Highlights the inevitability of time passing, urging people to appreciate their loved ones while they can.
So love the ones you love while you've got the time
Emphasizes the importance of expressing love to those who matter, given the limited time available.
'cause life's too short to live it too fast
Reiterates the theme of the brevity of life, advising against living it too quickly.
I can't smell a rose I've already passed
Reaffirms a missed opportunity, symbolized by the inability to smell a rose that has already been passed.
I've learned one lesson to lessen the sorrow
Reaffirms the lesson learned earlier about reducing sorrow and the importance of good ideas.
If it's a good idea today it will be a good idea tomorrow
Restates the enduring nature of good ideas, emphasizing their lasting value.
If it's a good idea today it will be a good idea tomorrow
Reiterates the idea that what is considered a good idea today will remain so in the future.
(life's too short)
Repeats the notion that life is too short, acting as a thematic refrain.
Good idea tomorrow
Affirms the enduring nature of good ideas, specifically mentioned as a positive concept for the future.
(life's too short)
Reiterates the thematic refrain that life is too short, emphasizing the positive aspect of good ideas tomorrow.
Good idea tomorrow
Reiterates the positive concept of good ideas enduring into the future.
(life's too short)
Reiterates the thematic refrain that life is too short, again tying it to the positive idea of good ideas tomorrow.
Good idea tomorrow
Reiterates the positive concept of good ideas enduring into the future.
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