Story Behind The Song
i was reading the local newspaper and read a story about a young man killed by the police after holding up the local walgreens for oxycontin. it seemed such a waste and really struck me at the time....
Song Description
Traditional sounding alt country ballad describing social disfunction. alot of good steel guitar and toungue in cheek lyric/vocals. approachable and likable. playful social commentary
Song Length |
4:25 |
Genre |
Country - Traditional, Country - Contemporary |
Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
Mood |
Composed, Cool |
Subject |
Life, Addiction |
Similar Artists |
John Cougar Mellencamp, Jack Johnson |
Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
chorus: everything in moderation
keep changing trains and miss your station
though your final destination always waitin down the line
and just remember
sure as Christmas in December wine sometimes turns to vinegar
clear cool water's always fine....