Good To Be Alive
Geoff Moore And The Distance Lyrics
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A pocket full of rocks
That I knew were made of solid gold
There were girls to be hated
Trees to be climbed
Forts to be built, There was so much time
It's good to be alive, It's good to be alive
Your pockets are empty, but your head is full of dreams
Of girls to be loved
Of places to see
It's the best and the worst
Just my friends and me
And we're anything we want to be
And it's good to be alive
To feel the wind in my face
See the blue in the sky
It's days like this I realize
What a gift it is
It's good to be alive
Well I wonder, what this day will see
Will I find my dreams or stare in the face of tragedy
Whatever may come
Whatever may be
Of this I am sure, I'm forgiven and free
And I will live like I believe
And it's good to be alive
To feel the wind in my face
See the blue in the sky
It's days like this I realize
What a gift it is
It's good to be alive
The song "Good to Be Alive" is a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reflecting on the experiences and emotions of different stages of life. The first verse recalls the simplicity and carefree nature of childhood, with endless possibilities and little to no worries. The second verse speaks to the excitement and hopefulness of adolescence, with dreams of love and adventure while still acknowledging the struggles and insecurities that come with that age. The bridge then takes on a more philosophical tone, wondering what the future holds and acknowledging the uncertainty and potential for both joy and pain. Ultimately, the message of the song is one of gratitude for life itself, despite its ups and downs.
Line by Line Meaning
Wasn't it yesterday I was eight years old
Looking back, it feels like it wasn't long ago when I was just a kid.
A pocket full of rocks
I always had something with me that I considered valuable, even if nobody else saw the same worth in it.
That I knew were made of solid gold
I had a youthful imagination that could see value in just about anything.
There were girls to be hated
Back then, it was easy to have a crush on someone and then be embarrassed once they found out.
Trees to be climbed
I used to enjoy climbing trees and getting a bird's-eye view of my surroundings.
Forts to be built, There was so much time
I had all the time in the world to use my imagination and create new things.
It's good to be alive, It's good to be alive
Life is a precious gift and it's important to appreciate and enjoy every moment.
There's nothing in the world like being fifteen
Being a teenager is a unique and exciting time in life.
Your pockets are empty, but your head is full of dreams
Despite lacking money, teenagers have endless possibilities and big dreams for the future.
Of girls to be loved
Teenagers often have crushes and are learning how to navigate relationships.
Of places to see
Being young means having a sense of adventure and curiosity about the world.
It's the best and the worst
Being a teenager can be both enjoyable and challenging at the same time.
Just my friends and me
During this time, friendships become very important and essential for support.
And we're anything we want to be
Teenagers are learning who they are and trying to figure out their identities.
And it's good to be alive
The realization of how precious life is sets in and it makes one appreciate it even more.
To feel the wind in my face
Simple pleasures like feeling the wind on one's face bring joy and remind one of the little things in life.
See the blue in the sky
Taking a moment to enjoy nature and the beauty in the world is essential for happiness.
It's days like this I realize
Moments like this make me appreciate my life and all that I have.
What a gift it is
Life is a precious gift and should be cherished.
Well I wonder, what this day will see
I am curious about what lies ahead and what the day will bring.
Will I find my dreams or stare in the face of tragedy
There is uncertainty surrounding the future and the possibility of good or bad things happening.
Whatever may come
Regardless of what happens, I will face it head on and try to make the best of it.
Whatever may be
The future is uncertain but I am ready to face it.
Of this I am sure, I'm forgiven and free
No matter what happens, I know that I've been forgiven and have the freedom to live my life the best way I can.
And I will live like I believe
I will live my life according to my beliefs and values.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: GEOFF MOORE, ROSCOE MEEK
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