It’s a Great Day to Be Alive is a song written by Darrell Scott and recorded by American country music artist Travis Tritt. It was released in December 2000 as the second single from his album Down the Road I Go. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The song is a mid-tempo country ballad with a positive message. The lyrics tell the story of a man who is grateful for the simple things in life. He is happy to be alive, and he is looking forward to what the future holds.
The song is a celebration of life. It is a reminder that there is always something to be grateful for, even when things are tough. The song’s positive message has resonated with listeners of all ages, and it has become a popular choice for weddings and other special occasions.
I got rice cooking in the microwave Got a three day beard I don’t plan to shave And it’s a goofy thing but I just gotta say, hey I’ma doing alright
Yeah, I think I’ll make me some home-made soup I’m feeling pretty good and that’s the truth It’s neither drink nor drug induced, no I’m just doing alright
And it’s a great day to be alive I know the sun’s still shining When I close my eyes There’s some hard times in the neighborhood But why can’t every day be just this good Ah, yeah
It’s been fifteen years since I left home I said good luck to every seed I’d sown Gave it my best and then I left it alone I hope they’re doing alright
Now I look in the mirror and what do I see A lone wolf there staring back at me Long in the tooth but harmless as can be Lord, I guess he’s doin’ alright
And it’s a great day to be alive I know the sun’s still shining When I close my eyes There’s some hard times in the neighborhood But why can’t every day be just this good
Sometimes it’s lonely, sometimes it’s only me And the shadows that fill this room Sometimes I’m falling, desperately calling Howling at the moon, ah-ooh, ah-ooh Yeah-yeah, oh-oh
Well, I might go get me a new tattoo Or take my old Harley for a three day cruise Might even grow me a Fu Manchu
And it’s a great day to be alive I know the sun’s still shining When I close my eyes There’s some hard times in the neighborhood But why can’t every day be just this good
It’s a great day to be alive I know the sun’s still shining When I close my eyes There’s some hard times in the neighborhood But why can’t every day be just this good, ah-ooh, oh yeah-yeah
