Story Behind The Song
Frustrated working a job that pays little and advancement up the latter impossible. "Do I stay or do I go"? Perplexing question we all face at some point in a dead end career. Based on a real life story.
Song Description
Breaking out of being trapped in a dead end job. Freedom and opportunity are on the horizon but can be a scary transition. Fun, happy listening song full of inspiration and hope that change can be a good thing.
As it turns out freedom can only begin when stepping out of the box and trying something different than whats in the comfort zone. But the comfort zone is "I hate this job and need to get away" and so it goes with a happy ending...
| Song Length |
3:45 |
Genre |
Rock - Easy Listening, Rock - General |
| Tempo |
Fast (151 - 170) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Anxious, In High Spirits |
Subject |
Change, Other |
| Similar Artists |
A-Ha, Maroon 5 |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
I'm On My Way
By Robert Deller and Karl Grossman
© 2011 Tiki Boy Records All Rights Reserved
Capo 2
Mm 163
Tempo Rock
Verse 1
I've been at this job so long my hair is turning gray
What is this life I live when I work-work-work, work all day?
I'm not going to let some steam engine put me in my grave
Here come the crossroads-do I stay, or jump off this train?
Chorus
Savin' my sanity and dignity will give me peace of mind
I know it won't be easy to start over 'n leave my past behind
I'm not goin' crazy, don't worry, I'm ok for now
So wish me luck I'm on my way I'll figure it out somehow
Verse 2
This occupation is no vacation, with no time off or sick pay
What in the world was I thinkin' that I ever needed to stay
It's like when you're feeling trapped, trapped like a mouse in a maze
You know I better save my money 'cause I'm bustin' out today
Bridge
I'm on my way
Raise a glass and let's celebrate
Chorus
Savin' my sanity and dignity will give me peace of mind
I know it won't be easy to start over 'n leave my past behind
I'm not goin' crazy, don't worry, I'm ok for now
So wish me luck I'm on my way I'll figure it out somehow
Savin' my sanity and dignity will give me peace of mind
I know it won't be easy to start over 'n leave my past behind
I'm not goin' crazy, don't worry, I'm ok for now
So wish me luck I'm on my way I'll figure it out somehow
So wish me luck I'm on my way I'll figure it out somehow
Figure it out somehow
Figure it out somehow
Figure it out somehow
I'm on my way