Die Happy
Embracing Life's Imperfections: Die Happy by Them Coulee Boys
Lyrics
You always said I was a better person than I knew I was
You consistently believed in my better qualities more than I did.
Now I got blood on my hands and I don't know what it's from
I find myself stained with blood, uncertain of its origin.
So before you call the rain, to wash this ugliness away
Before seeking redemption, allow me to confront and endure my sins.
I'm gonna lie out, let it dry out in the sun
I'll expose myself to the truth, letting it dry in the harsh light.
You always said I was a better lover than I knew I was
You believed I was a more skilled lover than I perceived myself to be.
That I was handsome patient and kind and all the above
You praised me as handsome, patient, and kind—a lonely life awaits, wondering if you'll remember me.
It's a lonely life to lead, wondering when you'll think of me
Contemplating the loneliness of anticipating your thoughts when you move on.
The next time that the new guy wanders off
Anxiety about the next time you find someone new.
But if I die tomorrow, what kind of song would that be?
If I were to die soon, what kind of legacy would that be?
Lord, lord, lord won't you let me die happy?
A plea to find contentment in death.
You always said I was a better dancer than I knew I was
You praised my dancing skills, even when I doubted them.
And I kept the time in case you ever screwed up
I maintained the rhythm in case you faltered in life.
But I'm glad you saw in me, all the things I couldn't see
Gratitude for recognizing qualities I couldn't see in myself.
dance along until you wandered off
Dancing until you left my life.
I sang songs about you, darling
I expressed my feelings through songs, especially in challenging environments.
In the bars I cut my teeth
I learned and grew in difficult situations.
With each bite I took I needed a little more
Each challenge required more resilience.
And with each midwestern starlet
Encounters with individuals resembling you.
That came walking up to me
Curious inquiries from those who approached me.
She always asked me what I was smiling for
They wondered why I was happy, reminiscent of you.
I said, My yesterday's behind me
I left my past behind, and the future looks promising.
And tomorrow's looking bright
Optimism about the days ahead.
And tonight I got some work to do
Tonight, there are responsibilities to fulfill.
So I wrapped my arms around her
Embracing someone new, surrounded by celebration.
Let the revelry surround us
Allowing the joyous atmosphere to envelop us.
And I might have kissed her
Possibly sharing a kiss, a reminder of you.
She reminded me of you
A connection between a moment of intimacy and thoughts of you.
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