[Verse 1]
I don't believe in frettin' and grievin'
Why mess around with strife
I never was cut out to step and strut out
Give me the simple life

[Verse 2]
Some find it pleasant dining on pheasant
Those things roll off my knife
Just serve me tomatoes and mashed potatoes
Give me the simple life

[Bridge]
A cottage small is all I'm after
Not one that's spacious and wide
A house that rings with joy and laughter
And the ones you love inside

[Verse 3]
Some likе the high road, I like the low road
Free from thе care and strife
Sounds corny and seedy but yes indeedy!
Give me the simple life!

[Verse 4]
Living I find is best when your mind is
Keen as a carving knife
When dawn comes a-creepin' I'm oversleepin'
Give me the simple life
[Verse 5]
I like to whittle and play a little
Tune on a ten-cent fife
I don't aim to worry, hustle or hurry
Give me the simple life

[Bridge]
I greet the day when I awaken
The sky is clear up above
I like my scrambled eggs and bacon
With a someone that I love

[Outro]
Life could be thrilling with one who's willing
To settle down as man and wife
With lovin' and laughter
For ever after
Give me the simple life!