The Good Life
Perry Botkin Jr. Orchestra Lyrics

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It's the good life, full of fun, seems to be the ideal,
Yes, the good life, lest you hide all the sadness you feel,
You won't really fall in love 'cause you can't take the chance,
So be honest with yourself, don't try to fake romance.
Yes, the good life, to be free and explore the unknown,
Like the heartache when you learn you must face them alone,
Please remember I still want you and in case you wonder why,
Well, just wake up, kiss that good life goodbye.

Please remember I still want you and in case you wonder why,
Well, just wake up, kiss that good life goodbye.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Perry Botkin Jr. Orchestra's song The Good Life describe the idea of the "good life" which on the surface is full of fun and adventure but underneath may hide sadness and a fear of falling in love. The song encourages the listener to be honest with themselves and not to fake romance. It also highlights the idea that although the good life may seem ideal, it often involves facing heartache and challenges alone.

The line "Please remember I still want you and in case you wonder why, Well, just wake up, kiss that good life goodbye." suggests a longing for a deeper connection and an acknowledgment that the good life may not be enough without meaningful relationships. The song presents a contrast between the superficial pleasures of the good life and the deeper yearning for love and connection.

The lyrics are poignant and insightful, offering a reflection on the human condition and the complex emotions that can come with the pursuit of happiness. The song also showcases a smooth and jazzy sound that perfectly complements the lyrical content.

Line by Line Meaning

It's the good life, full of fun, seems to be the ideal,
Life seems perfect when it's full of fun, but is it really?

Yes, the good life, lest you hide all the sadness you feel,
Even when you have the good life, you may still feel sad, and it's important not to hide it.

You won't really fall in love 'cause you can't take the chance,
Fear of getting hurt may prevent you from fully experiencing love.

So be honest with yourself, don't try to fake romance.
Instead of pretending, it's better to be honest with yourself and others.

Yes, the good life, to be free and explore the unknown,
Having the good life means the freedom to explore new things.

Like the heartache when you learn you must face them alone,
But exploring the unknown can lead to the heartache of facing challenges alone.

Please remember I still want you and in case you wonder why,
Even though you may face loneliness and heartache, there are still people who love and want you.

Well, just wake up, kiss that good life goodbye.
But sometimes, it's necessary to let go of the good life and face reality.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Sammy Cahn, James Van Heusen

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