Strong As an Oak
Watsky Lyrics

Everything is A-OK (yep)
Everything is going well.

Because I’m strong as an O-A-K (an Oak!)
I am resilient and able to handle whatever comes my way.

But money don’t grow on trees
Money is not easily obtained.

And I’m B-R-O-K-E (Broke!)
I am currently without much money.

Them rims them rings them things, you can bring ‘em out
Others may have expensive possessions, but those things do not impress me.

I just had my debit card declined at In-N-Out
I do not have enough money to pay for fast food.

The line is flipping out, giving me evil eyes
The people waiting behind me are getting angry with me for holding up the line.

Fuck the soda, re-run it with just the cheesy fries
I do not need a drink, just the fries will suffice.

‘Cause I don’t think money is THE devil
I do not believe that money is the root of all evil.

I’m not sinking, I’m just kicking it at sea level
I may not have much money, but I am still living comfortably.

I got my floaties on
I am prepared to keep myself afloat.

I’m focusing on all the wonderful stuff with the force of Obi Wan
I am trying to stay positive and focus on the good things in life.

Kenobi bro, I’m broke although I won’t be woebegone
I am broke, but I will not be sad about it.

I’m down to mow yer lawn
I am willing to do odd jobs to make money.

I’m getting open I’m soaking up every moment
I am living in the present and enjoying life.

And so we should make a toast we won’t be sober till the BROKE of dawn
Let's celebrate and enjoy ourselves until very late into the night.

Because beer is cheap
Alcohol is an affordable way to have fun.

And because love is free
Love and friendship are priceless.

I’m buzzin’ feeling like every friend is a cousin, G
I am feeling happy and close to my friends.

And someday we’ll be reminiscing on some wasn’t we
In the future, we will look back and remember good times.

Just so down and out
Even when we were struggling financially, we were still happy.

Why should I sit on my ass on the couch and be asking why life isn’t equal?
I am not content to sit and complain about life being unfair.

With lesser possessions I’m light as a feather and so I can fly like an eagle
Having fewer possessions makes me feel free and able to soar.

‘Cause everyone dies and I wonder why leaders in power would lie to their people
It is unfortunate that those in power often deceive the public.

Be planning like they could be fitting a camel up into the eye of a needle
Their plans are unrealistic and impossible.

But dammit I’d settle for fitting a 94 Camry inside of my driveway
I would be happy with a modest car in my small driveway.

I’m sick of the image I’m living my life and I’m doing it my way
I am tired of trying to keep up with society's expectations and am choosing my own path.

I’d rather be making the choices I’m proud of than chasing a mountain of money
I value integrity and self-respect over wealth.

But if that mountain comes to me, I’m climbing it
If the opportunity for wealth presents itself, I will take it.

Got a brick and I’m laying it down
I am taking small steps toward my goals.

Got a shovel, I’m breaking this ground
I am willing to work hard to achieve my dreams.

Because I’m in the red, but it’s only a color that I will be painting this town
Although I am currently in debt, I am still determined to make a positive impact on my community.

Because when I make it then I dedicate it to the friends I stayed with
When I am successful, I will be grateful to those who supported me along the way.

Who would do me favors even lend me paper when I couldn’t pay for a little takeout
My friends were willing to help me out when I had no money left for even the smallest things.

And to the fact
In addition,

That whatever you think that it means
Regardless of anyone's opinion or interpretation,

I be here and I’m living my dreams
I am currently living the life I have always wanted.

And it’s ‘cause of the people I leaned on when I came apart at the seams
I could not have achieved my dreams without the support of my friends.

So gimme the moon
I want the impossible.

And gimme the spoon
I am ready to take on anything that comes my way.

I’m licking it clean
I am leaving no opportunity unexplored.

Until there just ain’t nothing left
I will keep striving and working until I reach my goals.

But who would lend a hand ‘cause
I need the help of others to succeed.

Everything’s A-O
Everything is going to be okay.

So when I say Day-O
Whenever I am feeling down,

You say Everything’s A-O
My friends reassure me that everything will be alright.