Home Alive Lyrics

Came back grumblin' 'bout a gig one evenin'

She just laughed as she tucked our little ones in

Daddy ain't gonna be no rock 'n' roll star

He plays guitar in a funky little bar

When we were 18, he was pretty frisky

But three kids later, it feels kinda risky

My, my-my-my

That steady day job's waiting in the morning

Guess the middle of the road came up without a warning

Mister, time to leave behind some of your reckless youth

Kiss your babies goodnight and feel something warm an' true

So you bite your lip, keep your guitar in tune

Laugh along when the jokes aren't funny

Play it from the heart

And get home alive with the money

Home Alive, Home Alive

The band's got a certain sound, when they find the groove

Ought to have it by now, been together since high school

The people like dancing, the pay, well it's alright

Keeps papa busy on a Saturday night

When that waitress gets to swingin' them hips

Flirting for tips and callin' you honey

Better be wise

And get home alive with the money

Home Alive, Home Alive

Some fool wants to start a fight

Better keep the peace, get through the night

Shake a hand, don't make a fist

You're no good to us on the Injured List

My, my-my-my

Before you find yourself three beers deep

In Sad Old Stories from some long lost buddy

Wish the ol' boy well

Get home alive with the money

Play it from the heart

And get home alive with the money

Home Alive, Home Alive