Change Is Free

Written right before the 2008 presidential election, Change is Free talks about the need for self change and personal accountability, especially during troubled times. We don’t have to “wait for the shining knight to save the day” in desperate times, we can take important steps now in our lives to pick ourselves back up after losing a job, look to the future and take control over our own destiny. It doesn’t take a lot of money, just tenacity and a little common sense to move ahead.

Lyrics

Just joined the forces of the laid off crew
My heart is aching and my pride is too
Heaven knows
how long this will last

Can’t pay the mortgage and the bills are due
I just keep waiting for the other shoe
And I know, this too shall pass

Chorus
I can wait for the shining knight to save the day
I can pray that an angel comes my way
I can hope for the future but change is free
It’s up to me

Been there before we made it through just fine
I guess I’ll purchase me some cheaper wine
And I know, no one to rescue me

Is this recession or depression time
What does it matter to a soul like mine
We all know, ain’t no handout for free

Chorus 2
I can wait for someone to sweep me off my feet
I can pray every night before I sleep
I can hope for the future but change is free
It’s up to me

Do I have to put my dreams on hold
While they come up with a plan that’s bold
I think I’ll use my ingenuity
Cause the only one who can help me is me
Can’t you see

Chorus 3
I can wait for someone to sweep me off my feet
I can pray every night before I sleep
I can hope for the future but change is free
Oh can’t you see

Ain’t got no dough
But I gotta’ go
Ain’t go no money, honey
But I got, plenty of time
Its up to you and me now
Cause change is free