The Secret of Life

Faith Hill

About The Secret of Life

"The Secret of Life" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Gretchen Peters. It was then recorded by Faith Hill and released in April 1999 as the fifth and final single from her album Faith. It peaked at number 4 on the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and at number 2 on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart. It also peaked at number 46 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 chart. Peters included the original version of the song on her 1996 debut album of the same name and later added a new acoustic recording as a bonus track on her 2015 album Blackbirds.  


Year:
1998
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Couple of guys sittin' around drinkin'
Down at the Starlight Bar
One of 'em says, "You know I've been thinking"
Other one says, "That won't get you too far"

He says, "This is your life, and welcome to it
It's just workin' and drinkin' and dreams
Ad on TV says ?Just Do It'
Hell if I know what that means"

The secret of life is a good cup of coffee
The secret of life is keep your eye on the ball
The secret of life is a beautiful woman
And Marilyn stares down from the barroom wall

"You and me, we're just a couple of zeros
Just a couple of down-and-outs
But movie stars and football heroes
What have they got to be unhappy about?"

So they turn to the bartender, "Sam, what do you think?
What's the key that unlocks that door?"
Sam don't say nothin', just wipes off the bar
And he pours them a couple more

'Cause the secret of life is in Sam's martinis
The secret of life is in Marilyn's eyes
The secret of life is in Monday Night Football
Rolling Stones records and Mom's apple pie

Sam looks up from his Sunday paper
Says, "Boys, you're on the wrong track
The secret of life is there ain't no secret
And you don't get your money back"
Hey

The secret of life is gettin' up early
The secret of life is stayin' up late
The secret of life is try not to hurry
But don't wait
Don't wait

The secret of life is a good cup of coffee
The secret of life is keep your eye on the ball
The secret of life is to find the right woman
The secret of life is nothin' at all
Oh, it's nothin' at all
The secret of life

Couple of guys sittin' around drinkin'
Down at the Starlight Bar
One of 'em says, "You know I've been thinking"
Other one says, "That won't get you too far"
"That won't get you too far"

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Faith Hill

Faith Hill (born Audrey Faith Perry; September 21, 1967) is an American country singer. She is known both for her commercial success and her marriage to fellow country star Tim McGraw. Hill has sold more than 40 million records worldwide and accumulated eight number-one singles and three number-one albums on the U.S. Country charts. more »

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Written by: GRETCHEN PETERS

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"The Secret Of Life" is a song by American country music singer Faith Hill, released in May 1998 as the fourth single from her album "Faith".
Chart Performance
The song reached a peak position of no. 4 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks charts.
Lyrics Meaning
The lyrics of "The Secret Of Life" portray the stoic philosophy of life, symbolizing how a life's secret might just be a good cup of coffee or a beautiful sunset.
Background
This song was written by Gretchen Peters. It was not written specifically for Hill, but she heard it on Peter’s debut album and loved it.
Song's Reception
It received mixed reviews from critics. Some critics praised the song for its depth and substance, while others felt the song was too generic.
Pop-Culture Impact
Hill's song has been featured in several television shows and films, including "Dawson's Creek" and "'Til There Was You".
Music Video
The music video for "The Secret Of Life" was directed by Jon Small and shot in a diner. Faith Hill is featured looking stylish in retro 50's outfits.
Album Success
The album "Faith" from which the song originated was a large success, reaching the number one spot on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. It has since been certified 6× Platinum by the RIAA, for sales of six million copies in the United States alone.
Award Nominations
This song propelled Faith Hill's fame during the late 90's and helped her earn several award nominations, including the Grammy Awards.
Song's Legacy
Today, many country music fans regard "The Secret Of Life" as one of Faith Hill’s signature songs and a classic in the genre. The song continues to be popular on country radio nearly 25 years after its release.

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