You're Only Human (Second Wind)
Billy Joel
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
You're having a hard time and lately you don't feel so good You're getting a bad reputation in your neighborhood It's alright It's alright Sometimes that's what it takes You're only human You're allowed to make your share of mistakes You better believe there will be times in your life When you'll be feeling like a stumbling fool So take it from me you'll learn more from your accidents Than anything that you could ever learn at school Don't forget your second wind Sooner or' later you'll get your second wind It's not always easy to be living in this world of pain You're gonna be crashing into stone walls again and again It's alright It's alright Though you feel your heart break You're only human You're gonna have to deal with heartache Just like a boxer in a title fight You got to walk in that ring all alone You're not the only one who's made mistakes But they're the only thing that you can truly call your own Don't forget your second wind Wait in that corner until that breeze blows in You've been keeping to yourself these days 'Cause you're thinking everything's gone wrong Sometimes you just want to lay down and die That emotion can be so strong But hold on Till that old second wind comes along You probably don't want to hear advice from someone else But I wouldn't be telling you if I hadn't been there myself It's alright It's alright Sometimes that's all it takes We're only human We're supposed to make mistakes But I survived all those long lonely days When it seemed I did not have a friend 'Cause all I needed was a little faith So I could catch my breath and face the world again Don't forget your second wind Sooner or later you'll feel that momentum kick in Don't forget your second wind Sooner or later you'll feel that momentum kick in
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
Written by: BILLY JOEL
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
10 facts about this song
Song Composition“You're Only Human (Second Wind)” was written and performed by Billy Joel. It’s from the pop-rock genre.
|
Album ReleaseThe song was released in 1985 and it was a part of Billy Joel's 'Greatest Hits' compilation album.
|
ThemeThe song has an underlying theme of suicide prevention. Through his lyrics, Billy Joel encourages those who are feeling low or depressed, promising that things will get better.
|
Chart Performance“You're Only Human (Second Wind)” was a Top 10 hit on US Billboard Hot 100.
|
Music VideoThe song's music video also underlines the theme of preventing youth suicide.
|
Personal ExperienceBilly Joel reportedly wrote the song based on his own experiences with depression and attempted suicide.
|
Beneficial ImpactThe royalties from “You're Only Human (Second Wind)” were donated by Joel to the National Committee for Youth Suicide Prevention.
|
Comedic AspectDespite its serious message, the song and the music video have comedic elements, differentiating it from other songs tackling similar subjects.
|
Uniqueness"You’re Only Human (Second Wind)" is one of the two new songs that were added to Billy Joel's Greatest Hits album; the other one being "The Night is Still Young”.
|
Honorary MentionIt's often cited as one of Billy Joel’s more underrated works due to its combination of serious message and catchy tune.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"You're Only Human (Second Wind) Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 23 Sep. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric-lf/407141/Billy+Joel/You%27re+Only+Human+%28Second+Wind%29>.
Discuss the You're Only Human (Second Wind) Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In