Day After Day
Gypsy Lyrics


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It's my own funeral and I'm late
But I spoke Death and said "not today"
Not your way
Only my way
I'll jump if I jump if I jump, okay
I smoke when I wanna
Eat what I crave
Drink with piranhas
Nobodies slave
All the good people living life for today
Open and honest are getting delayed

One by one
We take it day by day
Day by day
Livin' in the light
Livin' in the light, ey!
Livin' life for today

I ain't sorry that I'm late
I lost track of time
Taking in the beauty of the day
Reading every sign
Wishing that we could go back in time
And live life in the green
In the jungle in our prime

If alright with you
I got a lot of things I gotta make clear too
So buckle in, sweetie
We're goin' on a ride
But at the end we'll feel less fake inside

One by one
We take it day by day
Day by day
Livin' in the light




Livin' in the light, ey!
Livin' life for today

Overall Meaning

The song "Day After Day" by Gypsy is a reflection about living life on one's own terms and not conforming to societal expectations. The opening lines "It's my own funeral and I'm late/But I spoke Death and said 'not today'" are a powerful statement of defiance against death, indicating the singer's determination to live life to the fullest, even though they acknowledge that their time will come eventually.


The lyrics "I smoke when I wanna/Eat what I crave/Drink with piranhas/Nobodies slave" further emphasize this point, suggesting that the singer will not be constrained by conventions or the opinions of others. The contrast drawn between "good people" and those who are "open and honest" suggests that these are different groups, with the latter being more authentic and true to themselves. The repetition of "day by day" and "living in the light" reinforces the idea that life is a moment-by-moment experience, and that we should strive to live freely and authentically, without fear of judgment or regret.



Line by Line Meaning

It's my own funeral and I'm late
I am in control of my life, but I feel like I am running out of time.


But I spoke Death and said 'not today'
I challenged death and decided to live on my own terms.


Not your way
I won't live my life according to anyone else's rules or expectations.


Only my way
I will make my own choices and live with the consequences, good or bad.


I'll jump if I jump if I jump, okay
I will take risks and embrace the unknown, even if it scares me.


I smoke when I wanna
I indulge in things that bring me pleasure and relaxation, regardless of what others think.


Eat what I crave
I listen to my body and give it what it needs, even if it isn't always healthy or conventional.


Drink with piranhas
I hang out with people who may be dangerous or morally questionable, but who also live life to the fullest.


Nobodies slave
I am not beholden to anyone else's demands or expectations.


All the good people living life for today
There are others who also choose to live in the moment and enjoy life fully.


Open and honest are getting delayed
Those who are transparent and genuine are often marginalized or ignored.


One by one
We take each day as it comes, one step at a time.


We take it day by day
We live in the present and don't worry about the future.


Day by day
Every moment is a new opportunity to experience life to the fullest.


Livin' in the light
We choose to embrace positivity, hope, and kindness.


Livin' life for today
We prioritize making the most of each day, rather than worrying about the future or dwelling on the past.


I ain't sorry that I'm late
I don't regret taking my time or doing things on my own schedule.


I lost track of time
I was so absorbed in the present moment that time seemed to slip away from me.


Taking in the beauty of the day
I appreciated the natural wonders and simple pleasures that make life worth living.


Reading every sign
I paid attention to the little things that make life interesting and full of surprises.


Wishing that we could go back in time
Sometimes we long for the simplicity and freedom of the past, before all our obligations and responsibilities piled up.


And live life in the green
To live life like we did when we were young and carefree, without the restrictions and expectations of adult life.


If alright with you
Before I share my thoughts, I want to make sure you are comfortable with the conversation.


I got a lot of things I gotta make clear too
I have my own thoughts and feelings that I need to express, even if they are uncomfortable or unpopular.


So buckle in, sweetie
Get ready for a potentially bumpy ride, because I am not holding back.


We're goin' on a ride
We're about to have a conversation that might be intense, but that will ultimately help us both grow and learn.


But at the end we'll feel less fake inside
Even if it's uncomfortable or difficult, we will feel better for having spoken honestly and openly.




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Written by: Matthew Bowe

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