That's Life
Westlife Lyrics

That's life (that's life), that's what all the people say
Life is unpredictable and constantly changing, as evidenced by the common phrase 'that's life'.

You're ridin' high in April, shot down in May
The highs and lows of life can come quickly and unexpectedly, with success in one month (April) followed by failure in the next (May).

But I know I'm gonna change that tune
Despite setbacks, the singer is confident in their ability to turn things around and succeed again.

When I'm back on top, back on top in June
The artist is determined to regain their former success, and expect to do so by the following month (June).

I said that's life (that's life), and as funny as it may seem
The artist is acknowledging the irony in life's highs and lows, as even the most successful individuals can face failure at any time.

Some people get their kicks stompin' on a dream
There are individuals who enjoy ruining other people's aspirations and goals, simply for the sake of doing so.

But I don't let it, let it get me down
The singer refuses to let the negative behavior or words of others bring them down or deter them from their goals.

cause this fine old world, it keeps spinnin' around
Regardless of individual successes or failures, life goes on and the world keeps turning.

I've been a puppet, a pauper, a pirate, a poet, a pawn and a king
Throughout their life, the artist has experienced a wide range of roles and positions, from powerless to powerful.

I've been up and down and over and out and I know one thing
Having faced both success and defeat, the artist has learned an important lesson about resilience and the ability to bounce back after failure.

Each time I find myself flat on my face
Despite their determination and resilience, the singer admits to facing failure and setback throughout their life.

I pick myself up and get back in the race
Rather than giving up after failure, the artist pushes forward and continues to strive for success.

That's life (that's life), I tell you I can't deny it
The singer accepts that life is unpredictable and contains both successes and failures.

I thought of quitting, baby, but my heart just ain't gonna buy it
Although the singer may have considered giving up, their determination and drive keeps them pushing forward.

And if I didn't think it was worth one single try
The singer is willing to take risks and keep trying to achieve their goals, as they believe the effort is worthwhile.

I'd jump right on a big bird and then I'd fly
If the artist truly felt that their efforts were worthless, they would give up and move on.

Many times I thought of cuttin' out but my heart won't buy it
Despite considering giving up on their dreams, the artist's inner drive keeps them trying and pushing towards success.

But if there's nothin' shakin' come this here July
The singer is giving themselves a deadline to achieve success, and will reassess their position if nothing has improved by July.

I'm gonna roll myself up in a big ball a-and die
If the singer fails to achieve success by their deadline, they will feel defeated and give up on their dreams.

My, my!
An expression of surprise or awe at the twists and turns the artist's life has taken.