Day After Day
Pokey LaFarge Lyrics


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I got to have my coffee when I wake up in the morning
I got to have my tea when the sun goes down
Every page of my life, the same old story
Nine to five, day after day I can be found

Hangin’ around that water cooler (workin’ everyday)
Five o’ clock can’t come sooner (workin’ my life away)
Waitin’ for the evening to roll around (workin’ everyday)
My shift is over, I’m highway bound day after day

I get no relief when my working day is done
Just to sit in rush hour man, you know that ain’t no fun

I could be sailing off the coast of some tropical island
Leanin’ in the shade of some big palm trees
I should be out chasin’ girls or sitting at home learning violin
And doing all those other things I said I’d do eventually, instead I’m

I get no relief when my working day is done
Just to sit in rush hour man, you know that stuff just ain’t no fun
I pray for no more water coolers, five o’ clock to come much sooner
That some day, some night, sweet relief will come to me
Day after day
(Workin’ every day)




(Workin’ my life away)
(Workin’ every day)

Overall Meaning

The song Day After Day by Pokey LaFarge is a commentary on the monotony and drudgery of daily life. The singer is stuck in a cycle of working a nine-to-five job, waiting for the evening to roll around, and then repeating the same routine the next day. They long for something more, for the freedom to sail off the coast of a tropical island or pursue their hobbies and interests. The repetition of the phrase "day after day" emphasizes the tedium of their existence.


The verses describe the singer's daily routine, from needing coffee in the morning to sitting in rush hour traffic at night. They feel trapped and exhausted, longing for relief from the endless cycle. The choruses express this desire for escape and relief, praying for the end of water cooler conversations and the arrival of sweet relief.


Overall, Day After Day is a relatable and poignant commentary on the struggles of modern life. It captures the frustration and longing many people feel when trapped in a routine that offers little fulfillment or joy.


Line by Line Meaning

I got to have my coffee when I wake up in the morning
I need my coffee to start my day


I got to have my tea when the sun goes down
I need my tea to relax at the end of the day


Every page of my life, the same old story
My life is predictable and unchanging


Nine to five, day after day I can be found
I have a monotonous office job and work the same hours every day


Hangin’ around that water cooler (workin’ everyday)
I spend my days at work chatting around the water cooler


Five o’ clock can’t come sooner (workin’ my life away)
I'm counting down the hours until I can leave work


Waitin’ for the evening to roll around (workin’ everyday)
I'm eagerly anticipating the end of the workday


My shift is over, I’m highway bound day after day
I leave work every day and hit the highway to go home


I get no relief when my working day is done
Even after work, I don't feel any sense of relaxation or relief


Just to sit in rush hour man, you know that ain’t no fun
I have to endure the stress of rush hour traffic


I could be sailing off the coast of some tropical island
I dream of being somewhere far away and exotic


Leanin’ in the shade of some big palm trees
Envisioning myself relaxing in a peaceful, tropical paradise


I should be out chasin’ girls or sitting at home learning violin
I feel like I'm missing out on life and the things I really want to do


And doing all those other things I said I’d do eventually, instead I’m
Despite my best intentions, I never get around to doing the things I planned on doing


I pray for no more water coolers, five o’ clock to come much sooner
I hope to escape the monotony of office life and leave work earlier


That some day, some night, sweet relief will come to me
I long for some sort of relief from my stressful daily routine


Day after day
My life is the same every day


(Workin’ every day)
I work every single day


(Workin’ my life away)
My life is consumed by work




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johnnie soesbee

Been listening to Pokey and the gang for a few years now. In 50 years, another generation will say.
It must have been great to see them live 🙂
🎶🤘😎🤘🎶

knordag

Greetings from Australia! Just found these guys a few days ago, such a great band. There's something about his lyrics - I think everyone in every age can relate to the stories he tells in his songs. Just love it ☺️

DC Scotty B

Saw them at DC9 in Washington DC some years ago. Incredibly talented and such a great vibe they put out!

paul elliott

Pokey and band are damn fantastic

Phil Hanna

You all are so good; love the sound, music, style. Keep it going.

Ron Bennett

All of their music is just so real....enjoyable and lovely

Nosferatu 85

ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!! In crystal clear mono 😍😍😍 My soundsystem is loving this! (Hopefully my neighbours as well!)

Roy Mitchell

I will play this in the summer evgs really enjoyable, good voice

Karl Crook

Saw this band in NZ 3 yrs ago.didnt stop dancing all night!

beast shawnee

That must have been amazing!

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