Vienna
Billy Joel Lyrics

Slow down, you crazy child
Take a break, you enthusiastic and impulsive younger-self

You're so ambitious for a juvenile
You have an immense desire to do great things, given your age

But then if you're so smart, well, tell me Why are you still so afraid? Mm
Despite your intelligence, why do you still harbor fear?

Where's the fire, what's the hurry about? You'd better cool it off before you burn it out
Why the haste? You should slow down before you lose momentum

You've got so much to do And only so many hours in a day
You have a lot to accomplish, but time is limited

But you know that when the truth is told That you can get what you want or you can just get old You're gonna kick off before you even get halfway through, ooh When will you realize Vienna waits for you?
The truth is that you either achieve your goals or grow old and die, so don't overwork yourself. Explore Vienna before it's too late

Slow down, you're doin' fine You can't be everything you wanna be before your time
You're making good progress, but you must remember that it takes time to achieve all your goals

Although it's so romantic on the borderline Tonight, tonight
Even though taking risks can seem romantic, it is no solution for present restlessness

Too bad, but it's the life you lead You're so ahead of yourself that you forgot what you need
It's a pity that you've forgotten what you truly require while looking out for future matters

Though you can see when you're wrong You know, you can't always see when you're right, you're right
You are sensitive to being incorrect, but sometimes you don’t recognize when you're doing well

You've got your passion, you've got your pride But don't you know that only fools are satisfied?
You have your desires, but remember that contentment is not for the wise

Dream on, but don't imagine they'll all come true, ooh When will you realize Vienna waits for you?
Chase your dreams, but be prepared that all of them may not come true. Don't lose an opportunity to discover Vienna waiting for you

Slow down, you crazy child And take the phone off the hook and disappear for awhile It's alright, you can afford to lose a day or two, ooh When will you realize Vienna waits for you?
Relax and take a break to escape from worries for a few days, because it's okay to lose some time. Recognize and explore the beauty of Vienna

And you know that when the truth is told That you can get what you want or you can just get old You're gonna kick off before you even get halfway through, ooh Why don't you realize Vienna waits for you?
Regardless of whether you achieve your desires or age, life always runs short. It is time to see Vienna is waiting for you

When will you realize Vienna waits for you?
Vienna offers itself to you, and it's about time you seize the opportunity.