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Blues Traveler Lyrics

It seemed so easy in daydreams past the playground
Things seemed easier when we were children and didn't have to worry about responsibilities

And schoolyard rules
But even then, there were still rules to follow and consequences for breaking them

When nothing's yours it's simple to plan your escape
It's easy to dream about a better life when you don't have anything to lose

From all of those fools
But once you start to gain something, you realize it's not so easy to escape the pressures and expectations of society

And suddenly you get your way
If you do manage to achieve your dreams, you may still feel dissatisfied or regretful

And you're kicking yourself
You may blame yourself for not being able to appreciate what you have or for not foreseeing the consequences

Cause you couldn't figure out how to stay
You may struggle to maintain the success or happiness you've achieved

If wishes were money I'd still lose more than I keep
Even if you had unlimited resources, you might still make poor choices or experience setbacks

And that might just be me
This is a personal reflection and may not apply to everyone

But consequence would be interest and it would be steep
There are always consequences to our actions, and the longer we delay facing them, the more difficult they become to overcome

And nothing is free
There is always a cost - whether it's money, time, or effort - to achieve anything

It's a small cost to dream
Dreaming and imagining is relatively easy and doesn't require much effort

But there's no refund for nightmares
Negative experiences can be much more difficult to overcome, and sometimes we can't undo the damage that's been done

It would seem
This is an observation or conclusion about the nature of life

Careful what you've bought
Be mindful of the choices you make and the consequences they may have

Don't you look to no warranties
Don't rely on guarantees or promises, because there are no guarantees in life

You own what you have wrought
You are responsible for the outcomes of your choices

Ain't no money back
There are no refunds or second chances in life

Well I guess life ain't fair
Life can sometimes be unjust or arbitrary, and we have to accept that

But I know life don't care
Ultimately, life is indifferent to our suffering or happiness

And there's no one to blame
We can't blame others for our own choices and their consequences

From on high to the lowly
No matter who you are or what your status is, you are subject to the same rules and consequences as everyone else

For if you're loved or you're lonely
Whether you have support or not, you still have to face the consequences of your actions

It's the one and only game
Life itself is the only game we get to play, and we have to make the most of it

Your money back guarantee or reprieves
You can't expect to be bailed out or saved from the consequences of your choices

So please
This is a plea or request

I'm down on my knees
This is a metaphorical expression of humility or desperation

Believe me
This is a statement of sincerity or truth

Don't you try
This is a warning or admonition

To deny
Don't ignore or avoid the consequences of your choices

Any lie you might buy
Don't fall for false promises or illusions

Is deceiving
Falsehoods will ultimately lead to disappointment or regret

Ain't no leaving for free
You have to pay a price or face consequences for leaving or quitting anything, regardless of whether it's a job, a relationship, or a situation

So you've got all your ducks in a row
You may feel organized or prepared

Have you figured out what you owe
But you may not have fully thought through the consequences of your actions

Until you settle your bill
Until you pay the price of your choices, you will continue to bear their burden

It won't let you go
These consequences will continue to affect you until you deal with them