Best known for his wry humor, Snider has been a fixture on the Americana, alt-country, and folk scene since his debut on MCA, entitled Songs for the Daily Planet, named for the bar where Snider used to play regularly in Memphis. On that album were the minor hits "Talkin' Seattle Grunge Rock Blues", a folk song about the early '90's grunge scene, featuring a band that "refused to play", and "Alright Guy", which later became the title cut of Gary Allan's 2001 album.
He released two more albums for MCA, Step Right Up and Viva Satellite, the latter often sparking colorful debate amongst fans for its comparisons to Tom Petty. He moved to John Prine's Oh Boy Records where he made Happy to Be Here, New Connection, Near Truths and Hotel Rooms, and East Nashville Skyline. That Was Me: The Best of Todd Snider 1994â1998 was released on the Hip-O label in August 2005.
Todd Snider's next studio album, The Devil You Know, was released in August 2006. It marked Snider's return to a major label, as he is now recording for New Door Records, a subsidiary of Universal Records.
The Devil You Know was named to several critics' year-end "best" lists, including a No. 33 ranking in Rolling Stone magazine's top 50 albums of the year, a No. 25 ranking by No Depression magazine, and No. 14 by Blender magazine.
Snider's songs "Late Last Night" and "I Believe You" have been recorded by the Oklahoma country-rock band Cross Canadian Ragweed. He co-wrote the song "Barbie Doll" with country star Jack Ingram.
Snider's new album, Peace Queer, is set to be released on October 14th, 2008, and will be available as a free download from Oct. 11 to Oct. 31 at http://www.toddsnider.net/store/product/1/Peace-Queer .
Enjoy Yourself
Todd Snider Lyrics
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Enjoy yourself, while you're still in the pink
The years go by as quickly as a wink
Enjoy yourself, enjoy yourself, it's later than you think
You work and work for years and years
You're always on the go
You never take a minute off
Someday, you say, you'll have your fun
When you're a millioniare
Imagine all the fun you'll have
In some old rocking chair
Oh, enjoy yourself, it's later than you think
Enjoy yourself, while you're still in the pink
The years go by as quickly as a wink
Enjoy yourself, enjoy yourself, it's later than you think
You're gonna take that ocean trip
No matter, come what may
You've got your reservations, but
You just can't get away
Next year, for sure, you'll see the world
You'll really get around
But how far can you travel when
You're six feet underground
Oh, enjoy yourself, it's later than you think
Enjoy yourself, while you're still in the pink
The years go by as quickly as a wink
Enjoy yourself, enjoy yourself, it's later than you think
Get out and see the world
You worry when the weather's cold
You worry when it's hot
You worry when you're doing well
You worry when you're not
It's worry, worry all of the time
You don't know how to laugh
They'll think of something funny when
They write your epitaph
Oh, enjoy yourself, it's later than you think
Enjoy yourself, while you're still in the pink
The years go by as quickly as a wink
Enjoy yourself, enjoy yourself, it's later than you think
Enjoy yourself, enjoy yourself, it's later than you think
The lyrics to Todd Snider's "Enjoy Yourself" serve as a sobering reminder about the finite nature of life and the importance of enjoying yourself while you still can. The first verse sets the tone, encouraging listeners to take advantage of the present moment and make the most of their time. The second verse highlights the danger of putting off enjoyment until a future time that may never come. The third verse warns against becoming too preoccupied with material concerns and worrying too much about the future.
Overall, the song is a reminder that life is fleeting, and that it's important to enjoy the present moment and not put off happiness until a future time that may never come. The lyrics are simple and straightforward, but the message is powerful and universal.
Line by Line Meaning
Enjoy yourself, it's later than you think
Take time to enjoy your life because time flies and you might regret not living your life to the fullest
Enjoy yourself, while you're still in the pink
Enjoy your life while you're healthy and in good condition
The years go by as quickly as a wink
Time flies and you might miss out on life if you spend it just working
You work and work for years and years / You're always on the go / You never take a minute off / Too busy making dough
People are always busy trying to make money instead of enjoying their lives
Someday, you say, you'll have your fun / When you're a millioniare / Imagine all the fun you'll have / In some old rocking chair
People delay enjoying their lives until they're rich, but life is too short to keep postponing it
You're gonna take that ocean trip / No matter, come what may / You've got your reservations, but / You just can't get away / Next year, for sure, you'll see the world / You'll really get around / But how far can you travel when / You're six feet underground
People always plan to enjoy their lives in the future by traveling, but they might not live long enough to do so
Get out and see the world
Encouragement to enjoy life by exploring the world
You worry when the weather's cold / You worry when it's hot / You worry when you're doing well / You worry when you're not / It's worry, worry all of the time / You don't know how to laugh / They'll think of something funny when / They write your epitaph
People spend too much time worrying and being serious instead of enjoying life and having a good laugh
Enjoy yourself, enjoy yourself, it's later than you think
Reiterating the message of the song to enjoy life while you still have time
Contributed by Nathaniel I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Kathy Roberts
This was a song my father used to sing to us, we sing it when were together (my brothers and sisters) He used to play it for us too. Guy Lombardo. Great song, and loved that you played it. I looked for it without an advertisement attached to it to share... I've shared it with my fb friends and fam. Ty
It's me It's me Earnest T.
Kathy how precious of your Father. Been a big fan of Todd. Sharing to FB also. Please you and your Loved ones stay safe. :)
Goo Gull
That was great man!
Felicia Williams
Good job....I enjoyed that đ
U.S. SAM
FYI This is a cover of A Herb Magidson & Carl Sigman song,,which was written over the telephone...recorded by MANY artists,The Dorsy Brothers 1st,,,made very Popular by Guy Lombardo,,Even the Jacksons recorded it.. GREAT SONG !
Ryan
Thanks fur the info.
j c
I was in 11th grade in colorado when he played this show. I think if i could travel back in time, id tell myself to be at this show
Donna Doss
My new theme song!
hippydippy
Thanks so much for sharing! Great Show...
james miller
Good folksy country !