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Secret O' Life
James Taylor
The secret of life is enjoying the passage of time
Any fool can do it
There ain't nothing to it
Nobody knows how we got to
The top of the hill
But since we're on our way down
We might as well enjoy the ride
The secret of love is in opening up your heart
It's okay to feel afraid
But don't let that stand in your way
'Cause anyone knows that love is the only road
And since we're only here for a while
Might as well show some style
Give us a smile
Isn't it a lovely ride
Sliding down
Gliding down
Try not to try too hard
It's just a lovely ride
Now the thing about time is that time
Isn't really real
It's just your point of view
How does it feel for you
Einstein said he could never understand it all
Planets spinning through space
The smile upon your face
Welcome to the human race
Some kind of lovely ride
I'll be sliding down
I'll be gliding down
Try not to try too hard
It's just a lovely ride
Isn't it a lovely ride
Sliding down
Gliding down
Try not to try too hard
It's just a lovely ride
Now the secret of life is enjoying the passage of time
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About this Song
Secret O' Life by James Taylor is a reflective and soothing song that explores the simple yet profound wisdom of appreciating the present moment. Taylor's lyrics convey the idea that the essence of life lies in enjoying it as it unfolds, rather than getting caught up in worries or aspirations. The key themes include mindfulness, the passage of time, and the beauty of the everyday. Particularly poignant moments in the song include lines like 'The secret of life is enjoying the passage of time,' which encapsulate the song's core message about living in the moment and finding joy in the present.
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