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I don't believe in frettin' and grievin';
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Why mess around with strife?
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I never was cut out to step and strut out.
E7 Em7 A7
Give me the simple life.
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Some find it pleasant dining on pheasant.
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Those things roll off my knife;
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Just serve me tomatoes; and mashed potatoes;
E7 A7 D
Give me the simple life.
Bridge:
Em7 A7 D
A cottage small is all I'm after,
Em7 A7 D
Not one that's spacious and wide.
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A house that rings with joy and laughter
E7 Em7 A7
And the ones you love inside.
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Some like the high road, I like the low road,
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Free from the care and strife.
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Sounds corny and seedy, but yes, indeedy;
E7 A7 D
Give me the simple life.