| Song Length |
3:57 |
Genre |
Folk - Rock |
Lyrics
[Verse 1]
The dog is barking, she just made on the floor,
The doorbell's ringing, juice spilled on the door,
The phone is ringing, it's another sales call,
It's a noisy house when it shouldn't be at all.
I'm dreaming of the ease of a sunlit day,
A slow wind blowing, take my cares away.
No more rushing, no more bothersome fate,
All I want is peace before it's too late.
[Chorus]
Rocking in my old age, that's my desire,
Ease my weary bones, let my heart catch fire,
Lose the commotion, let the world fade away,
Give me that rocking chair, let me sway.
[Verse 2]
The kids are screaming, they're running down the hall,
The laundry's piled high, it's a never-ending stall,
The microwave beeping, what's cooking this time?
It's a rattling symphony, and none of it's mine.
I close my eyes tight, wishing for tranquility,
A space for reflections, just my own melody.
If I had a moment to simply just breathe,
I'd cherish the softness, a life I believe.
[Chorus]
Rocking in my old age, that's my desire,
Ease my weary bones, let my heart catch fire,
Lose the commotion, let the world fade away,
Give me that rocking chair, let me sway.
[Bridge]
Guitar riffs and gentle string serenades,
Echoing softly like the night's sweet cascade.
A memory of laughter with less of the mess,
Just a calm summer night, that's all I request.
Kick off my shoes, let my hair down low,
With a drink in my hand and some time to slow.
All I've ever wanted was a life full of grace,
Away from the chaos, finding my own space.
[Chorus]
Rocking in my old age, that's my desire,
Ease my weary bones, let my heart catch fire,
Lose the commotion, let the world fade away,
Give me that rocking chair, let me sway.
[Verse 3]
So here's to the days when it's just me and dogs,
A porch full of sunshine, no more daily jags.
With gentle reminders of the songs of old,
Let the blues rock me gently, as stories unfold.
I'll reminisce freely without any haste,
In the twilight's embrace, find my restful place.
So let them all chatter, and let the dog bark,
I'll be rocking away till the last light sparks.
[Outro]
Rocking in my old age, that's my desire,
God grant me the peace I truly require,
So lose the commotion, let the world fade away,
Just a man and his dreams, rocking day after day.