The Garden
Ordinary People Lyrics

Believe it or not
The singer is expressing that sometimes things can be hard to believe or may seem unlikely.

Sometimes your best bet
The best option may sometimes be unclear or difficult to determine.

Is better left unresolved
Sometimes it is best to not make a decision when unsure or when there is no clear answer.

Don't make a problem
The singer is advising against creating issues when there are none.

Out of nothing
There should be no reason to create problems when there are none to begin with.

If you can't run for long
If one feels like they are unable to handle or face a particular situation or problem for an extended period of time, they may need to step back.

The things I've seen, in my young years
The singer has experienced things in their youth that have impacted them and shaped who they are.

Can't compare to where I've been
Although the singer's experiences have had an impact on them, they cannot compare to the experiences they will have in the future.

But in the end
Ultimately, after everything has been said and done, one thing still remains true.

I'll be here if theres no beer in heaven
The singer expresses their intent to be present and available regardless of what happens after death.

Yeah, I
The singer is beginning a new thought or idea.

I have a habit
The singer has developed a regular pattern of behavior.

Of wasting what I got
The habits in question may result in wasted time or resources.

Oversleeping 'till evening
The singer sometimes oversleeps and sleeps during the day instead of being awake and productive.

You can't blame me
The singer is not accepting responsibility for the problematic behavior they have described.

For being this way
The singer is implying that their problematic behavior is a part of who they are and not easily changed.

I need something to relieve me
The singer is acknowledging a need for something that can ease their stress or help them cope.

My day starts off at extremes
The singer's typical day is highly variable and can range from good to bad.

And doesn't get any easier
Despite experiencing alternating highs and lows, things never seem to become easier for the singer.

So recently I've made it job
In the recent past, the singer has made it their priority to take a more proactive approach to their situation.

To put a little elbow grease in
The singer has resolved to put in more effort in order to see better outcomes for themselves.

All the blasphemy
The singer has expressed or committed offensive or disrespectful behavior or language.

Allah's probably after me
The singer believes they may have offended a religious figure or deity based on their behavior.

For good reason no doubt
The assumption that a punishment may be coming from a religious figure is understandable and likely reasonable.

Plus I owe him money
The singer owes a debt to the religious figure that they have offended.

He was coming for me anyways
The singer believes that the religious figure was always going to seek retribution, regardless of their behavior.

How'd I let things go south?
The singer is questioning how they allowed their situation to deteriorate to its current state.

I don't like to get involved
The singer does not prefer involving themselves in situations that do not directly involve them.

But in the end
The same sentiment expressed earlier is reiterated here.

If theres no beers in heaven
Regardless of what happens after death, the singer intends to be available and present.

When the rapture happens
The singer is acknowledging the idea of the rapture, a Christian belief that a group of people will be taken to heaven.

I'll stay behind
The singer is suggesting that they will not be one of the fortunate people taken to heaven during the rapture event.

Go on
The singer is urging those who will be taken to heaven to embrace their good fortune and not worry about those left behind.

I'll tell the story
The singer will remain behind and live to share their experiences and story with others.

You have a great a time
The singer is wishing for those taken to heaven to enjoy their time there.

Be sure to say hi
The singer is asking those who will be taken to heaven to make sure to acknowledge them and say hello.

I'm sorry I couldn't join you
The singer is apologetic for not being able to join those who will be taken to heaven.

I gotta stay here
The singer firmly believes their place is not in heaven with the others.

I'll be fine
The singer is assuring those who will be taken to heaven that they will be okay even remaining behind.

Please don't worry for me
The singer is urging those who will be taken to heaven to not worry or have concern for them.

I wanna wait until
The singer would prefer to bide their time and wait until a decision can be made.

I decide
The singer wants to be able to make their own decision with regards to what happens after death.

And I'm in no hurry to leave
The singer is comfortable with and not in a rush to move on from their current situation.

I can't think of any words
The singer is acknowledging a difficulty in expressing themselves or communicating their thoughts and feelings.

I'm like any other normal person
The singer sees themselves as being fairly typical or average.

Working from a register
The singer has a job or occupation that involves working at a cash register.

My two sense
The singer's opinion or contribution is not particularly valuable or significant.

Is a pennies worth
The singer's input is not worth much and may hold minimal or no value.

It don't hurt to overthink
The singer sees value in taking time to think through various possibilities and potential outcomes of a situation.

Oh yes I'm so ordinary
The singer is reinforcing the idea that they are not particularly remarkable or unique.

I can't get over me
The singer is acknowledging that they cannot get past certain less desirable aspects of themselves or their personality.

Don't fear the reverend!
The singer is making a light-hearted statement, joking about the idea of fearing religious figures like reverends.