The Day
PAttYCraSH Lyrics

When I wake up, I look into the mirror
Every morning, when I wake up, I take a minute to look into the mirror

I can see a clearer, vision
Looking into the mirror clears my mind and helps me see more clearly

I should start living today
After looking into the mirror, I realize I need to start living in the present moment and not worry about the past or future

Cause today is gonna be the day, is gonna be the day
I am confident that today is going to be a great day and I am excited for what is to come

Yeah, it's like everyday I wake up
Every day is a new opportunity to start fresh and do better

I stare into space and don't say much
Sometimes I need a moment to collect my thoughts and just be silent

Peer in the mirror, feeling dead from the face up
When I look in the mirror, sometimes I feel tired or run down

Coffee pots, cigarettes, morning Js, Baileys
I have a morning routine that includes coffee, cigarettes, and sometimes alcohol to help me get through the day

Slowing down my day before it picks up the pace
My morning routine helps me ease into the day before it gets too hectic

Beats playing since the night before, thinking about writing songs
I am a musician and I am always thinking about new songs and lyrics

Feeling exhausted from times we toured constant
Touring can be tiring and draining, and sometimes it takes a toll on me

And plus the toxins I sip got me tall
I sometimes drink alcohol to cope with the stresses of my life, but I know it's not healthy

Still tipsy, staring at the city from the spot we call Los Angeles
Even though I am still feeling the effects of alcohol, I take a moment to appreciate the view of Los Angeles

Every day is like a blank canvas
Every day is a new opportunity to create, to start fresh and do better

Carving my initials in the planet like I brand it
I want to leave my mark on the world and be remembered for what I contribute

Hand picked to live this life we take for granted
I am grateful for the opportunities I have been given, and I know I need to make the most of them

Like a child with an upright bass, we can't stand it
Sometimes life can be overwhelming, but we have to keep pushing through and not give up

Smiling through the trouble we face, trying to manage
Even though we face challenges, we try to stay positive and manage as best we can

My way without pumping my brakes and staying stagnant
I want to keep moving forward and not get stuck in one place or become complacent

Cause I can sit on my ass or just imagine
I can either be lazy and not do anything, or use my imagination to create and make things happen

The madness I did on my path and paint the canvas
I want to take the challenges and obstacles I have faced and create something beautiful out of them

Before I rise and shine like a neon sign
Before I start my day, I need to feel energized and ready to take on whatever comes my way

I need the girl of my dreams to give me Einstein
I need someone to inspire me and make me feel smarter and better about myself

And burn the marijuan' like Buju Banton
Smoking marijuana helps me relax and feel creative, like the reggae singer Buju Banton

It's my only bonafide break from these confines
Smoking marijuana is my only escape from the stresses and limitations of my life

I need a change of scenery like a montage
Sometimes I need to change my surroundings and get a fresh perspective

These kids bringing me the noise like the Bomb Squad
People around me can be loud and annoying, like the Bomb Squad

And everybody coming at me from the blindside
Sometimes people surprise me or catch me off guard with their actions or words

I'm tired, it's hard to open up my eyes wide
I am exhausted and finding it difficult to stay alert and focused

I listen to some theme music on the iPod
Listening to music helps me relax and clear my mind

And walk around the crib doing little odd jobs
I like to be productive, even if it's just doing small tasks around my home

Checking my breath, take a view from this high rise
I take a moment to check my breath and admire the view from my high-rise apartment

Feeling like I'm checking out a game from the sideline
Sometimes I feel disconnected from the world around me, like I am watching from the sidelines

I got to try different things in these trying times
When times are tough, I need to be open to new experiences and try different things

Twenty-ten is different than it was in nine-five
The world changes and evolves, and I need to adapt to new circumstances

It's come alive time, I picked a fine time
Now is the time to take action and make the most of my life

For getting open off life like a fine wine
I want to enjoy life and savor every moment, like a fine wine

Sunday morning, plan my day out
I like to plan my day on Sunday mornings

Whole new blueprint, brand new layout
I am starting fresh and creating a new plan for my life

Deep down still don't know if it'll play out
Even though I have a plan, I am not sure if it will work out the way I hope

But for the first time feel like I done found a way out
Despite my uncertainty, I am starting to feel hopeful and optimistic

Skin getting clearer and it feel like I lost weight
Since changing my lifestyle and mindset, I am starting to feel healthier and better about myself

Stop and say a prayer for the times I lost faith
I take a moment to reflect on my past struggles and give thanks for my new outlook

Troubles of the world had me in a cross-face
The problems and issues in the world were overwhelming and stressful for me

Chicken-wing, sickening, living so off-base
I felt stuck and disconnected from reality, like a chicken wing that is off its base

But now it's like I'm in the last lap of the car chase
I am nearing the end of my struggles and can see the finish line

And I finally understand my right to choose
I realize that I have control over my own life and decisions

My preacher man told me it could always be worse
I received wise advice from my preacher, reminding me to be grateful for what I have

Even the three-legged dog still got three good legs to lose
Even in the worst case scenario, there is always something to be grateful for

So you can stop and refresh the rules
I can take a step back and reevaluate my life and priorities

Breathe in, breathe out, let it heal all your exit wounds
I take deep breaths to calm myself and heal from any past traumas or wounds

Something inside said that's the move
My intuition is guiding me towards the right path

And made it today, I'll restart fresh and new
Today is a new beginning and a chance to start fresh and create a better life for myself