What A Way To Live Song Lyrics and Chords by Johnny Bush
What A Way To Live
Recorded by Johnny Bush
Written by Willie Nelson
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Hank Craig
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Each night I make the rounds
To every spot in town
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A lonely man
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with lonely time
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kill
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All I can say
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is what a way to
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live
The paths my memories take
Just make my poor heart ache
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I think of her
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I guess I always
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will
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All I can say
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is what a way to
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live
I'd rather lay me down tonight
And
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never wake again
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Then to face another day
The
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shape my life is in
The
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jukebox playing loud
A face among the crowd
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So much like hers
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it makes my heart stand
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still
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All I can say
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is what a way to
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live
Repeat #2,3
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All I can say
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is what a way to
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live
FAQ
Who sang the the song What A Way To Live?
- The song What A Way To Live was sang by Johnny Bush.
Who is Johnny Bush?
- John Bush Shinn III (February 17, 1935 - October 16, 2020) was an American country music singer, songwriter, and musician. Nicknamed the "Country Caruso", Bush was best known for his distinctive voice and for writing the song "Whiskey River", a top 10 hit for himself which also became the signature song of fellow country artist Willie Nelson. He was especially popular in his native Texas.
