Pass It on

Greatest generation? Well I don't know bout that
Snake oil salesmen always talk so smooth
Listen very long you'll find yourself right in his trap
Owner of an acre on the moon

I guess I've learned some things in living
Thing or two I might have gotten right
If you want to listen I'd be inclined to share
Before I let you move off out of sight

It's what my daddy taught to me
The life a man had ought to lead

Just try to pass it on
Don't be troubled by what's gone
Don't worry bout the fight the battle's won
Be something you respect
And never neglect
To try to pass it on

Many find a need to find some other man to blame
Never can admit what's in his hands
Living like a victim is just a road to ruin
Take your lumps and tall is how you'll stand

Many need attention to keep them company
No one wants to be behind the stage
But someone's got to sacrifice to make it all worthwhile
Someone's got to forge that golden age

I honestly believe it's true
The man worth knowing is the man that pulls you through

Just pass it on
Don't be troubled by what's gone
Don't worry bout the fight the battle's won
Be something you respect
And never neglect
To try to pass it on

Many spend their living 'fore they get to live
Or want to ride the bus without the fare
But if you work an honest day look for just an honest pay
You will find your living sitting square

Many won't be tied down to person place or thing
Looking for a greener field to find
I've been more inclined to be the one that sticks around
And know my word is bond in my mind

I know that you might disagree
Being your own man's fine by me

Just pass it on
Don't be troubled by what's gone
Don't worry bout the fight the battle's won
Be something you respect
And never neglect
To try to pass it on

Just pass it on
Don't be troubled by what's gone
Don't worry bout the fight the battle's won
Be something you respect
And never neglect
To try to pass it on