Workin' for a Livin'
Navigating Life's Grind: Workin' for a Livin' Reflections
Lyrics
Some days won't end ever and some days pass on by
Expresses the variability of time, some days feel endless while others swiftly pass.
I'll be working here forever, at least until I die
Conveys a sense of perpetual employment, with an acknowledgment that it may continue until death.
Damned if you do, damned if you don't
Highlights a dilemma where there are negative consequences regardless of the chosen action.
I'm supposed to get a raise week, you know damn well I won't
Expresses skepticism about receiving a promised raise, suggesting a lack of trust in the system.
Workin' for a livin'
Reiterates the theme of working for a living, emphasizing the dual nature of living and working.
(Workin')
-Workin' for a livin'
-(Workin')
-Workin' for a livin', livin' and workin'
-I'm taking what they're giving 'cause I'm workin' for a livin'
Acceptance of the given circumstances and making the best of the situation.
Hey I'm not complainin' 'cause I really need the work
Expresses understanding of the necessity of work without direct complaint.
Hittin' up my buddy's got me feelin' like a jerk
Describes feeling regret or foolish for seeking assistance from friends.
Hundred dollar car note, two hundred rent
Details financial struggles with specific reference to bills and the fleeting nature of income.
I get a check on Friday, but it's all ready spent
-Workin' for a livin'
Reaffirms the central theme of working for a living and making do with what is offered.
(Workin')
-Workin' for a livin'
-(Workin')
-Workin' for a livin', livin' and workin'
-I'm takin' what they're givin' 'cause I'm workin' for a livin'
-Whoa whoa, workin' for a livin'
Emphasizes the chorus, repeating the idea of working for a living and taking what is given.
Whoa whoa, takin' what they givin'
-Whoa whoa, workin' for a livin'
-Whoa whoa whoa
-Bus boy, bartender, ladies of the night
Lists various professions and lifestyles, highlighting the diverse experiences of those working for a living.
Grease monkey, ex-junky, winner of the fight
-Walkin' on the streets it's really all the same
-Sellin' souls, rock 'n' roll, any other day
-Workin' for a livin'
Repeats the chorus, reinforcing the notion of working for a living and accepting what comes with it.
(Workin')
-Workin' for a livin'
-(Workin')
-Workin' for a livin', livin' and workin'
-I'm takin' what they're givin' 'cause I'm workin' for a livin'
-Workin' for a livin', livin' and workin'
Reiterates the chorus with a slight variation, underscoring the persistent theme of working for a living.
I'm takin' what they're givin' 'cause I'm workin' for a livin'
-Workin' for a livin', livin' and workin'
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