Of all the troubles in my way

Might to grow a little wiser

Little better every day

Bread and butter for a smile

Well, I sold a million mirrors

In a shop in alleyway

But I never saw my face

In any window any day

Well, they say your folks are telling you

To be a superstar

But I tell you just be satisfied

And stay right where you are

Keep yourself alive, yeah

But honey, you'll survive

Well, I've loved a million women

In a Belladonic haze

And I ate a million dinners

Brought to me on silver trays

Give me everything I need

To feed my body and my soul

And I'll grow a little bigger

Maybe that can be my goal

Of all the people in my way

How I had to keep on trying

And get better ev'ry day

Same as where I started

It'll take you all your time and money, honey

You'll survive

Shake it

Keep yourself alive, whoa

Do you think you're better everyday?

No, I just think I'm two steps nearer to my grave

You take your time and take my money

To keep yourself alive

Keep yourself alive, c'mon, c'mon

It'll take you all your time and the money

Take you all your time and money, honey

You will survive

Keep you satisfied