Simple Gifts of Living

I don't care how good you say you are And I don't care how cool you look or how you've travelled far If you like martinis dry or sweet If Nike shoes or crafted brews are what make you complete And I don't see the magic in your car Or how it makes you feel so good to know the latest star I don't notice the blue sapphires on your feet Or how you gather leverage from important folks you meet Can you show that you're joyful by the laughter in your eyes Show some tenderness and keep the silence of the wise It's a simple gift of living Keep the silence of the wise Well, I don't care which temples you have seen Or all the quaintest ruins from the places you have been If you know the poodles on your street Wear your fancy clothes to shows or dance the latest beat You might spend your weekend nights in bars Looking over your friend's shoulder to see where your next moves are Or slum it as the working-class's friend Seeking out a rip-off bargain hoping it becomes a trend Some words make our world go round and some get in the way They can either leave us feeling bad or really make our day It's a simple gift of living Choose the words that make our day Well, I don't care if you are hip or woke Or if your clothes are upcycled or personally bespoke If you're turning left whene'er you fly Or if your accent's city, country or a vocal fry What I care about is who you are inside If you see a lonely hiker and you offer them a ride When your friend is filled with sadness and despair In those awkward, hopeless moments you come over and you're there Can you talk to the homeless, can you show them that you care Be there when you're needed, when you're wanted are you there It's a simple gift of living When you're needed, you are there