If Only
If Only: Embracing Simplicity in a Fast-Spinning World
Lyrics
Church choir was the only high
Church choir represented the peak or positive moments in life.
Monday morning was the only low
Monday morning symbolized the lowest or challenging times.
Mama's way was the only right
Mama's way was considered the correct or morally right path.
Straight and narrow was the only road
Straight and narrow depicted the only acceptable route in life.
The front porch was only built for
The front porch was a place for relaxed moments, specifically sipping iced tea.
Sipping ice tea
Emphasizing the simplicity and calmness of moments spent on the front porch.
The wild grass growing out in the back
The wild grass in the back was the only undesirable aspect, akin to a weed.
Was the only weed
Highlighting a contrast between the well-kept front and the wild back.
If only life would stay like that
Expressing a desire for life to remain uncomplicated and serene.
If only this old world wouldn't spin so fast
Wishing for a slower-paced world without rapid changes.
If we more thankful, more grateful
Encouraging gratitude and thankfulness for a more fulfilling life.
Loved everyone with all we have
Advocating love and kindness towards everyone with utmost dedication.
If we remember all the good and forget the bad
Suggesting the importance of focusing on positive memories and letting go of the negative.
If only it was as easy as that
Reflecting on the simplicity of such a perspective and its potential ease.
Main street was the only way in
Main street served as the sole entry point, emphasizing a straightforward approach.
Dreamin' big was the only way out
Dreaming big was portrayed as the only way to escape the limitations of a small town.
A simple prayer was the only way up
A simple prayer was the primary means of seeking guidance or elevation.
Amazing grace, how sweet the sound
Quoting lyrics from "Amazing Grace" to signify the importance of faith and salvation.
If only life would stay like that
Reiterating the desire for a stable and unchanging life.
If only this old world wouldn't spin so fast
Expressing a wish for a slower-paced world to enjoy life more fully.
If we more thankful, more grateful
Encouraging a mindset of gratitude and appreciation for a better existence.
Loved everyone with all we have
Advocating a love that is all-encompassing and wholehearted.
If we remember all the good and forget the bad
Encouraging the selective retention of positive memories while discarding the negative.
If only it was as easy as that
Contemplating the ease of adopting such a positive and grateful perspective.
Hard work was the only way to work
Hard work was the only accepted method for achieving success or progress.
And true love was the only way to love
True love was considered the only genuine and fulfilling form of love.
If only life would stay like that
Reiterating the desire for a stable and unchanging life.
If only this old world wouldn't spin so fast
Expressing a wish for a slower-paced world to enjoy life more fully.
If we more thankful, more grateful
Encouraging a mindset of gratitude and appreciation for a better existence.
Loved everyone with all we have
Advocating a love that is all-encompassing and wholehearted.
If we remember all the good and forget the bad
Encouraging the selective retention of positive memories while discarding the negative.
If only it was as easy as that
Contemplating the ease of adopting such a positive and grateful perspective.
Oh, if only
Expressing a recurring sentiment of wishing for a simpler and more peaceful life.
Oh, if only
Repeating the sentiment of "if only," underscoring the desire for an idealized life.
If only
Continuing the expression of longing for a more straightforward and harmonious existence.
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