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Wrinkles
Mike Waters Lyrics
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Grandma and grandpa's house looking at photographs
Reminiscing about the house they built, with their bare hands
Looking at pictures of them in their teenage years
When they first went out they were only kids
But he had the same old smile that he always did
God, look at how young he is
And he said
Iβ²m still the same, yeah it's just the way it goes
One day you wake up covered in wrinkles
These lines are just what happens when you're living
My mind is just as young as itβ²s ever been
Iβ²m still the same, yeah it's just the way it goes
One day you wake up covered in wrinkles
This life is shorter than you think it is
You wonβ²t stay young forever so make the most of it
So make the most of it
I hope one day we'll get to do the same
Our son or daughterβ²s kids see us in a picture frame
And they'll wonder when both of our faces changed
And weβ²ll show them, we'll show them
We'll show them the photos of us on our wedding day
And the ones where I asked you to marry me
And itβ²s gonna feel like it all happened yesterday
And Iβ²m gonna say
I'm still the same, yeah itβ²s just the way it goes
One day you wake up covered in wrinkles
These lines are just what happens when you're living
My mind is just as young as itβ²s ever been
I'm still the same, yeah itβ²s just the way it goes
One day you wake up covered in wrinkles
You won't stay young forever so make the most of it
In my mind, in my mind
In my mind, in my mind I'm still the same
In my mind, in my mind
In my mind, in my mind Iβ²m still the same
Iβ²m still the same, yeah it's just the way it goes
One day you wake up covered in wrinkles
These lines are just what happens when youβ²re living
My mind is just as young as it's ever been
Iβ²m still the same, yeah it's just the way it goes
One day you wake up covered in wrinkles
This life is shorter than you think it is
You wonβ²t stay young forever so make the most of it
In my mind, in my mind
In my mind, in my mind, I'm still the same
In my mind, in my mind
In my mind, in my mind
The song "Wrinkles" by Mike Waters is a introspective reflection on the passing of time, mortality and the inevitability of aging. The singer of the song appears to be reminiscing about visiting his grandparents' house and looking at old photographs of them when they were young. The singer is struck by the fact that despite the passage of time and the onset of old age, his grandparents' personalities remain the same. This idea is encapsulated in the refrain where the singer declares, "I'm still the same, yeah it's just the way it goes." The song is intended as a reminder that while our bodies may age and wrinkle, our personalities and spirits remain constant and that we should make the most of our time on earth.
The lyrics also contain a sense of nostalgia for the past and a desire to pass on memories to future generations. The singer hopes that one day, he and his partner will be able to show their own grandchildren photographs of themselves from their youth and pass on the memories and stories that are associated with them. In this way, the song is also a reminder of the importance of family and intergenerational connections.
Overall, the song "Wrinkles" is about embracing the transience of life and recognizing the beauty and value of each moment we have. It encourages the listener to cherish their memories, appreciate their loved ones, and to live life to the fullest while we still can.
Line by Line Meaning
I still remember the best advice that I've ever heard
Recalling the most valuable words of wisdom he's ever received
Grandma and grandpa's house looking at photographs
Gazing at pictures while reminiscing at his grandparents' home
Reminiscing about the house they built, with their bare hands
Reflecting on his grandparents constructing their home without outside help
Looking at pictures of them in their teenage years
Examining photographs of his grandparents during their adolescence
When they first went out they were only kids
His grandparents began dating when they were young
But he had the same old smile that he always did
His grandfather always had a smile on his face
God, look at how young he is
Expressing amazement at his grandfather's youthful appearance
And he said
Introducing his grandfather's words of advice
I'm still the same, yeah it's just the way it goes
Despite aging, he's fundamentally unchanged
One day you wake up covered in wrinkles
Aging eventually catches up with everyone
These lines are just what happens when you're living
Wrinkles are a sign of a life fully lived
My mind is just as young as it's ever been
Despite physical aging, he maintains a youthful mentality
This life is shorter than you think it is
A reminder that life passes by quickly
You won't stay young forever so make the most of it
Urging listeners to seize the day while they still can
I hope one day we'll get to do the same
Expressing a desire for his future family to engage in the same reminiscence of old photographs
Our son or daughter's kids see us in a picture frame
Anticipating his grandchildren discovering images of him and his partner
And they'll wonder when both of our faces changed
Expecting his grandchildren to wonder about his and his partner's physical transformation over time
And we'll show them, we'll show them
Describing how he and his partner will share stories about their past with their grandchildren
We'll show them the photos of us on our wedding day
Sharing images of their wedding with their grandchildren
And the ones where I asked you to marry me
Sharing photographs of his proposal to his partner
And it's gonna feel like it all happened yesterday
Anticipating the feeling of vivid memory when sharing these moments with his grandchildren
In my mind, in my mind
Emphasizing that regardless of physical aging, his spirit remains the same
I'm still the same, yeah it's just the way it goes
Reiterating that he hasn't fundamentally changed despite aging
These lines are just what happens when you're living
Underscoring that wrinkles are a natural part of aging
The life is just as young as it's ever been
Encouraging others to maintain their youthful energy despite aging
This life is shorter than you think it is
Reiterating the brevity of human life
You won't stay young forever so make the most of it
A final call to action to make the most of life while it lasts
Writer(s): Mike Waters, Robby De Sa
Contributed by Daniel N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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