Things to Do Today
Mac McAnally Lyrics
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But don't be acting like somebody else every couple of minutes
Cause there's a time coming, the meter's running
Lord knows, you're gonna want to stop fooling
Open up your eyes and maybe see how that goes
They say it helps a man visualize what's right in front of his nose
And there's a time coming, meter's running
A list of things to do today
I write 'em down and I throw 'em away
It looks about the same as the list from yesterday
Shut your big mouth, baby, maybe just one time
And everybody won't see how greatly your mouth outweighs your mind
Cause there's a time coming, the meter's running
Lord knows, you're gonna want to shut up, aw
Yeah, a list of things to do today
I write 'em down and I throw 'em away
It looks about the same as the list from yesterday
Crack a smile, lift a finger, do something wild, criticize a singer
What else was it? Attention span, hey, check out the beer commercial
Check it out
Yeah, a list of things to do today
I don't remember what I wanted to say
It looks about the same as the list of yesterday
Talk about a list of things to do
List of things to do
I wish I still had the list I wrote down yesterday
Things to do today, things to do today
The lyrics of 'Things To Do Today' by Mac McAnally are about self-awareness, mindfulness and time management. The first verse of the song warns against fooling oneself or trying to be someone else constantly, as it has no future. It explains that time is running out and that sooner or later, people will realize that they have been wasting their time. The lyrics suggest that people must open their eyes and understand what is in front of them.
The chorus delivers the title of the song, a list of things to do today. The lyrics are repetitive, which implies that writing lists of things to do is a way to organize and manage time. The second verse encourages people to think before speaking and to control their words. It talks about how having an open mind and listening more can help one become more self-aware. The bridge of the song reminds the listener to have fun, do something wild or exciting, and make the most of each moment.
Overall, the lyrics of 'Things To Do Today' promote the importance of being present and organized, and to make the most of every day. The song is a balance of self-awareness, self-improvement, and fun. It is encouraging listeners to be mindful of their time and live in the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Stop fooling yourself, there ain't no future in it
Don't deceive or delude yourself, there is no hope or prospect in it.
But don't be acting like somebody else every couple of minutes
Avoid pretending to be somebody else constantly.
Cause there's a time coming, the meter's running
Lord knows, you're gonna want to stop fooling
A moment is arriving; time is ticking; you will eventually desire to stop deceiving yourself.
Open up your eyes and maybe see how that goes
They say it helps a man visualize what's right in front of his nose
And there's a time coming, meter's running
Lord knows, you're gonna want to have 'em open
Try to become aware and observe what is close to you. It is said to assist in picturing correctly. Time continues to tick, and you will regret not keeping them open.
Shut your big mouth, baby, maybe just one time
And everybody won't see how greatly your mouth outweighs your mind
Cause there's a time coming, the meter's running
Lord knows, you're gonna want to shut up, aw
Keep quiet for a moment, perhaps just once, so that others will not perceive that you speak more than you think. Time continues to run, and you will wish to have kept your mouth closed.
Yeah, a list of things to do today
I write 'em down and I throw 'em away
It looks about the same as the list from yesterday
For today, I jot down a list of activities to pursue, yet I discard it as it resembles the list from yesterday.
Crack a smile, lift a finger, do something wild, criticize a singer
What else was it? Attention span, hey, check out the beer commercial
Check it out
Bring joy to your face, raise your finger, do something bold, criticize a musician, focus on what else? Attention span, check out the beer advertisement.
Yeah, a list of things to do today
I don't remember what I wanted to say
It looks about the same as the list of yesterday
My to-do list for today is unclear, I can't recall what I wanted to say, and the list is similar to yesterday's.
Talk about a list of things to do
List of things to do
I wish I still had the list I wrote down yesterday
Things to do today, things to do today
A discussion about a list of actions to take place;
I desire to possess the list I noted down yesterday;
activities to perform today.
Writer(s): Mac Mcanally
Contributed by Grace C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.