Lyrics
Common as the cold
Common experiences are as prevalent as the cold.
Up for sale, never sold
Personal qualities or attributes are available but haven't been traded or compromised.
Getting older and it shows
The aging process is evident and noticeable.
Your disappointment only grows
Disappointment in life is increasing or becoming more apparent.
And no one seems to care
There is a lack of concern or empathy from others.
That you never got your share
You haven't received your fair share of something.
Who said life was fair?
A rhetorical question emphasizing the unfairness of life.
So smile - it's not so bad
Encouragement to maintain a positive attitude despite difficulties.
You lost your health
You've experienced a loss of well-being.
Never had no wealth
There has been a lack of material prosperity throughout life.
So tighten up your belt
An admonition to be frugal and resilient in the face of challenges.
As you gather dust upon some shelf
You're being neglected or forgotten, accumulating metaphorical dust.
You lost by just a nose
You narrowly missed success or a positive outcome.
But there's no prize for place or show
No recognition or reward for achieving a certain position.
Now, at least, you know
Realization that knowing the outcome, even if not victorious, has value.
So smile - it's not so bad
A repeated call to maintain a positive outlook despite adversity.
Tired out and broken down
Fatigued and worn out, possibly from life's challenges.
You've played the field and made the rounds
You've experienced various life situations and encounters.
Now you're stuck in this one-horse town
Feeling trapped or confined in a small and unexciting place.
Your only solace is the sound of melody and verse
Music and poetry provide comfort in difficult times.
Though your bag's about to burst
Despite challenges, there's an overflow of emotions or experiences.
Others have it worse
Recognizing that others face more challenging circumstances.
So smile - it's not so bad
A reiterated call to maintain a positive attitude despite life's difficulties.
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