There’s something deeply comforting about a song that embraces the passage of time with open arms, and “The Older I Get” does exactly that. It’s the kind of song that sneaks up on you—one that starts as a simple melody and ends as a life lesson wrapped in music.
As the years roll by, life has a way of teaching us what really matters. This song beautifully captures that shift in perspective, where the small worries of youth fade, and what truly holds value—love, memories, and the people who stand by us—becomes crystal clear. It’s a song about growing older, yes, but more than that, it’s about growing wiser, softer, and more appreciative of the fleeting moments that make up a lifetime.
There’s a richness in the lyrics, a warmth in the delivery that makes you pause and reflect. Have you ever noticed how the things that once seemed so important—rushing through life, chasing success, sweating the small stuff—start to mean less the more candles you add to your birthday cake? “The Older I Get” takes that sentiment and turns it into a gentle reminder to slow down, cherish each day, and embrace the journey rather than the destination.
Whether you’re at an age where you feel every word deep in your bones or you’re still on the path to understanding, this song holds something for everyone. It’s a hand on your shoulder, a knowing smile, a quiet reassurance that aging isn’t about loss—it’s about gaining something far greater
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Lyrics
The older I get
The more I think
You only get a minute, better live while you’re in it
‘Cause it’s gone in a blink
And the older I get
The truer it is
It’s the people you love, not the money and stuff
That makes you rich
And if they found a fountain of youth
I wouldn’t drink a drop and that’s the truth
Funny how it feels I’m just getting to my best years yet
The older I get
The fewer friends I have
But you don’t need a lot when the ones that you got
Have always got your back
And the older I get
The better I am
At knowing when to give
And when to just not give a damn
And if they found a fountain of youth
I wouldn’t drink a drop and that’s the truth
Funny how it feels I’m just getting to my best years yet
The older I get
And I don’t mind all the lines
From all the times I’ve laughed and cried
Souvenirs and little signs of the life I’ve lived
The older I get
The longer I pray
I don’t know why, I guess that I’ve
Got more to say
And the older I get
The more thankful I feel
For the life I’ve had and all the life I’m living still