The good things outweigh the bad
I've been sitting here thinking back over my life All of the good thing the trouble and strife Well my share of heartaches yes so many I've had But I still think the good things outweigh the bad Well I've rocked my babies at night when they'd cry I've seen the teardrops turn into smiles And that's when I realize all the bad luck I've had And I know all the good things outweigh the bad Well I've never had riches or money to spare Just a share croppers wages is my only fare Yes making my living just working the land But I still think the good things outweigh the bad * Refrain Yes I worked the cotton in the heat of the day And then paid the landlord nearly all that I'd made Well I've seen high wages take all that I had But I still think the good things outweigh the bad * Refrain