Intro: G D C Em D A You go to work in the morning G C to a job that you've had for years Em G that took away your youth C D and put silver in your hair Em D A but you know the times they are tough now G C and work is hard to find D G Em you gave your hopes a vacation A Bm C D and found your place down at the line Ref: G D A There's nothing wrong with the everyday life C G D you're safe at home and you can draw your curtains G D A Lock the doors, build a fire for the night C D G C save strenght for the everyday life You know every inch of your home you built it with your own hands the trouble of making ends meet only you will understand so sit back in your chair and relax now I guess you deserve a rest let the others fly high you stay close to the ground your chance will come around Ref: Em A Em You learned to be patient and be content A D you know when to save and you know when to spend Em A Em you know every shade of the color called grey A C D you know when to go and you know when to stay Ref: