Easton Corbin is a native of Trenton, Florida. He lived on his grandparents' farm following his parents' divorce, and was introduced to country with music-themed television programs such as Hee Haw.
Someday When I'm Old
Easton Corbin Lyrics
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I'll pull up to the store
And park wherever the hell I want to
I'll buy a box of Moon Pies
And flirt with the cashier
Yeah, like I was still twenty-two
I'll bitch about eighteen dollars for a
Down at the Texaco
Someday when I'm old
Yeah, someday when I'm old
I'll keep chewing gum in my front pocket
And cold Dr. Pepper in the fridge
I'll let my daughter get mad
Say I'm ruining their supper
When I give that stuff to my grandkids
And I realize that some things
They just don't matter
And how fast it all goes
Someday when I'm old
That clock just starts ticking
Oh, the day that you're born
And no matter how much time you get
You always want more
Someday when I'm old
I'll be the only one
Who remembers you young and beautiful
Your dark hair falling on that pillowcase
All the secrets we shared, all the
Love that we made
And I'll hold onto those precious moments
Like pieces of gold
Someday when I'm old
Easton Corbin's song "Someday When I'm Old" is a reflection on the inevitability of aging and the revisions to one's priorities that aging brings. In the first verse, the singer envisions a future where he parks his car wherever he wants and flirts with a cashier, feeling like he's still 22 years old. He will complain about gas prices, reminiscing about when they were lower. The chorus highlights the singer's awareness of how time passes by quickly as he muses on his future. In the second verse, the singer will bring out chewable gum and Dr. Pepper for his grandkids, irrespective of whether it upsets his daughter or not. He understands that some things do not matter in life, and this begins to take effect as he ages. In the bridge, the singer acknowledges the inevitability of age and the fact that time moves too fast.
The final verse is particularly poignant, as the singer reflects on the beauty of youth and memories of love. He longs to hold onto these memories, viewing them as precious, golden pieces. The song theme is about time as an irrecoverable treasure and how we can maintain and treasure memories of the past as we move into the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Someday when I'm old
I will reflect on my life as I age
I'll pull up to the store
I will have the freedom to drive wherever I want
And park wherever the hell I want to
I will have a sense of entitlement and disregard for rules
I'll buy a box of Moon Pies
I will indulge in nostalgic treats from my youth
And flirt with the cashier
I will enjoy harmless social interactions with strangers
Yeah, like I was still twenty-two
I will maintain a youthful spirit and attitude
I'll bitch about eighteen dollars for a
I will complain about rising costs of goods and services
Gallon of gas
I will observe the changes in society and how it affects my lifestyle
Down at the Texaco
I will reference a place and time from my past
Yeah, someday when I'm old
I will reflect on my life as I age
I'll keep chewing gum in my front pocket
I will have quirky habits and routines
And cold Dr. Pepper in the fridge
I will enjoy my favorite beverages and snacks
I'll let my daughter get mad
I will challenge authority and not take life too seriously
Say I'm ruining their supper
I will have a carefree attitude and not worry about inconveniencing others
When I give that stuff to my grandkids
I will enjoy making my grandchildren happy
And I realize that some things,
I will have a deeper understanding of life
They just don't matter
I will have a perspective on what is truly important
And how fast it all goes
I will reflect on the passage of time
Someday when I'm old
I will reflect on my life as I age
That clock just starts ticking
I will acknowledge the inevitability of aging and death
Oh, the day that you're born
I will reflect on the miracle of life
And no matter how much time you get
I will recognize that time is limited and precious
You always want more
I will acknowledge the human desire for more time and experiences
Someday when I'm old
I will reflect on my life as I age
I'll be the only one
I will have memories that no one else shares
Who remembers you young and beautiful
I will hold onto memories of loved ones at their best
Your dark hair falling on that pillowcase
I will cherish moments of intimacy and closeness
All the secrets we shared, all the
I will have memories of shared experiences and bonding
Love that we made
I will reflect on the love I gave and received
And I'll hold onto those precious moments
I will treasure memories that cannot be replaced
Like pieces of gold
I will recognize the value of meaningful experiences
Someday when I'm old
I will reflect on my life as I age
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Troy Verges, Christopher Marsh Lindsey, Aimee Mayo
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Árpád-Gellért Ladó
I am a european and God knows how much I love my old continent from the bottom of my heart but Corbin's music tells me about a different kind of USA that we see on television, with all that jumped-up popstars, billionaires etc. This is a USA I can love and respect, a USA that has something to transmit to the rest of the World. Keep up the good work Easton Corbin and God bless you!
Mark C
After I listen to a song so many times...it kinda gets old. I have listened to this song a million times and it is still amazing to me!
MrDalesvideos
This guy is so good that country radio won't never play it
Dave Olson
first time i heard this song... and i just wanna listen to it all day long... it's awesome... i do believe i'll be pickin up this CD... Easton Corbin will be a legend some day... if he isn't already
Chism Jones
His is one of the only albums I can listen to over and over. He's great!
Lauren Lyons
I love this song! Roll With It is one of my favorites too! and I LOVE Easton Corbin and George Strait they are both amazing! i I can't get enough of him! (:
Easton Corbin
Thank you very much my dear for the share of these lovely comment on my music. I am glad you love it! Words cannot express my gratitude for your unconditional love and support! It's makes me happy to be back on stage again to sing, dance and enjoy wonderful music with you guys on a magical at mosphene. I hope we come to meet one of these days!...You as well share with me your thoughts or what you think about my music on 👉
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Easton Corbin
@ g m a i l c o m..Be safe and blessed with your family. Always in faith, love, peace, joy and eternally grateful! Love!..❤️😊✨
Sheri Raymond
He reaches back to good old country. Touches my soul.
MuellerCustomCalls
all of his songs are gorgous. its so hard to find a country artist who has more than one good song on a cd anymore..