Story Behind The Song

When I was in high school, I was a life guard. My great uncle, who lived to be 101, lived near the beach, I would go and visit him during my lunch time and we have some very interesting conversations. Thus, the idea for this song.....

Song Description

The Old Man is inspiring to all the people he talks to daily, He really has all the time in the world to share stories of the past and he teaches us to enjoy the life we have. He comes across as having a full and interesting life and does not regret the past

Lyrics

There's an old man sitting over there
Looking like he doesn't have a care
And it's a matter of time
He's just living his life

But there are so many people around that come on over and just talk for a while
It's the best time of day
He has so much to say

His stories change the way you look at life
So full of wisdom, just look in his eyes
No regrets of the past
He says with a laugh

The old man has been around for a while
His only child is gone and so is his wife
But he is not lonely
He has you and me

His only grandchild lives a selfish life
So he counts on strangers to talk about life
Time is all he has left
But he's OK with his past

(Instrumental Bridge)

He taught us to live one day at a time
Don't be bitter
Learn to live a good life
Cause its a matter of time
When you'll be where I am now

See the old man sitting over there
He has taught me so much and I don't dare to say goodbye
So, I just smile---and walk away---till tomorrow