Choices
ÇÇÖÎ.Çí˹(George Jones) Lyrics
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I've had choices
Since the day that I was born
There were voices
That told me right from wrong
If I had listened
No, I wouldn't be here today
Living and dying
I was tempted
By an early age I found
I liked drinkin'
Oh, and I never turned it down
There were loved ones
But I turned them all away
Now I'm living and dying
With the choices I've made.
Chorus:
I've had choices
Since the day that I was born
There were voices
That told me right from wrong
If I had listened
No, I wouldn't be here today
Living and dying
With the choices I've made.
--- Instrumental ---
I guess I'm payin'
For the things that I have done
If I could go back
Oh, Lord knows I'd run
But I'm still losin'
This game of life I play
Living and dying
With the choices I've made.
Chorus:
I've had choices
Since the day that I was born
There were voices
That told me right from wrong
If I had listened
I wouldn't be here today
Living and dying
With the choices I've made.
--- Instrumental ---
Living and dying
With the choices I've made...
In "Choices," George Jones reflects on his life and the decisions he has made that have led him to where he is. The chorus emphasizes the idea that every individual has choices in life; however, not always listening to these voices and instincts can lead to negative consequences. Jones reflects on his early experience with alcohol, which served as a temptation to him, as well as his rejection of loved ones. The instrumental section provides a somber interlude in which Jones seems to be pondering the past and the life that he has led. Ultimately, the repetition of the chorus highlights the fact that choices play a significant role in shaping one's life, and these can lead to either positive or negative outcomes.
Line by Line Meaning
Chorus:
I was given choices throughout my life, but I never realized the impact they would have on me.
I've had choices
Since I was born, I have been presented with options.
There were voices
Throughout my life, people have offered their opinion on what is right and wrong.
That told me right from wrong
Those voices helped me distinguish between right and wrong.
If I had listened
If I had taken their advice, things could have turned out differently.
No, I wouldn't be here today
If I had made different choices, my life would not have taken this path.
Living and dying
Every choice I make affects the course of my life.
With the choices I've made.
I am responsible for my own actions and the choices I have made.
I was tempted
From a young age, I struggled with temptation.
By an early age I found
I quickly realized that I had a predisposition towards drinking.
I liked drinkin'
I found pleasure in drinking, which eventually led to addiction.
Oh, and I never turned it down
I never said no to an opportunity to drink, even when I probably should have.
There were loved ones
People in my life who loved me and wanted the best for me.
But I turned them all away
I pushed them away and isolated myself due to my addiction.
I guess I'm payin'
I am now paying the consequences for my past actions.
For the things that I have done
All the choices I made in the past have led me to where I am now.
If I could go back
If I could turn back time, I would make different choices.
Oh, Lord knows I'd run
I would do anything to escape the pain caused by my past choices.
But I'm still losin'
Despite my efforts to turn my life around, I am still facing difficulties.
This game of life I play
Life is like a game, and every choice I make affects the outcome.
Living and dying
My choices ultimately determine how I will live and die.
With the choices I've made.
I am responsible for the choices I have made and how they have impacted my life.
Contributed by Annabelle V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@JacobGrilletta-hh5tp
Crossed paths with him back in '98 in the Army. He was always about his lyrics, constantly writing down stuff. Badass dude
@SevenRojas-fh3pv
yup 2:18
@aliviahiggins5140
Timeless classic 🎉
@biggnicdogg
Can’t believe it’s been 9 years ago it still slaps
@SidB8
A track that truly speaks to the real ones in the world.
@gdbtv513
Timeless song that belongs in the hall of game 💯
@stanleesomanly9585
YUP
@MrHavq83
This song is incredible! Always pops up in my mind every once and a while.
@jrsmith1998
All these celebrity cameos validate just how well respected E40 is in the game!!!
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@edub9930
Yup.