Story Behind The Song

This song is actually semi-autobiographical, borne out of an experience I had at a beach one day. At one point in time, I had very long hair - typical "rocker" style shag. I was far-removed from any sense of being rebellious or connected with any 60's ide

Song Description

A song about coming to terms with being far too worried about what other people think of you.

Lyrics

So optimistic that my car won?t fall apart
As I take on this curve
Still, would I be here if I hadn?t gone too far
And let ?em question my nerve?

There?s always something to prove
So much to lose

Hey, it?s an average day in my shallow life
Hey, a typical day in my shallow life
Hey, this is everyday in my shallow life
That?s right!

Down on the boardwalk like a lion in the sun
Long hair, torn jeans
?Got any sheets, man? Hey you know you look the part?
I didn?t know what it means

I could have just walked away
What role did I play?

Hey, it?s an average day in my shallow life
Hey, just a typical day in my shallow life
Hey, this is everyday in my shallow life
That?s right!

In the vain game of life, I score
I pay the price then I?m back for more
Until it?s over

There?s always something to prove
So much to lose

Hey, it?s an average day in my shallow life
Hey, a typical day in my shallow life
Hey, this is everyday in my shallow life
Hey, I don?t want to stay in my shallow life
That?s right!