You were one step behind
In that dismal school of mine
Needle and percocet
Instead of books on students desks

But we were so charming
The future was alarming
But now don't you go look so proud
Yes, guess who's laughing now

And we've learned that life is one big game
Where the winners are all getting paid
So, stop dragging your feet behind
You can't live with the folks all your life

So, on those days home in your car
We jerked the steering wheel to the median
Joking that we'd end our lives
But we weren't joking all the time

Start a band or throw a brick
You lazy hipsters make me sick
Don't clap your hands; don't start to dance
Don't let them know that you're a fan

You're living in Manhattan
But where are you really from? Have you forgotten?
Kid, you may be playing your music loud
But it's drowned out by your mouth

And we've learned that life is one big game
Where the winners are all getting paid
So, stop dragging your feet behind
You can't live with the folks all your life

So, on those days home in your car
We jerked the steering wheel to the median
Joking that we'd end our lives
But we weren't joking all the time

And we've learned that life is one big game
Where the winners are all getting paid
So, stop dragging your feet behind
You can't live with the folks all your life

So, on those days home in your car
We jerked the steering wheel to the median
Joking that we'd end our lives
But we weren't joking all the time...

Whoa oh oh...
Whoa oh oh...
Whoa oh oh oh...

See also:
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The Postal Service Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now) Lyrics
Mark Lanegan Eyes of a Child Lyrics