Rose Colored Glasses

Once a man that I used to know
Got dragged down by the undertow
And saw something far down below
That made him so afraid

If I could live my life over
I would not change a thing
If I could live my life over
I would not
I would not

Looking at the world through rose colored glasses
Looking at the world through my eyes
Looking at the world through rose colored glasses
Looking at the world through my eyes

In a story that I forgot
Something happened -- I can't say what
I survived it but he did not
Don't tell: he fell too well

If I could live my life over
I would not change a thing
If I could live my life over
I would not, I would not

I have learned that expectations can't exceed what's given me
If my life seems complicated that's because it wants to be
I see what I want to see
Take my word, it's easier that way

Everything works out for the best
I'll be fine if I get some rest
I'll be happier then, I guess
I know -- it goes so slow

If I could live my life over
I would not change a thing
If I could live my life over
I would not, I would not

Looking at the world through rose colored glasses
Looking at the world through my eyes
Looking at the world through rose colored glasses
Looking at the world through my eyes

words/music by Tom McCormack
© 1993 Spotted Dog (ASCAP)