Give Me the Simple Life

I don't believe in frettin' and grievin' Why mess around with strife? I guess, I was cut out to step and strut out Give me the simple life It must be pleasant, dining on pheasant Using the proper knife I want tomatoes and mashed potatoes Give me the simple life A cottage small is all I'm after One that's spacious and wide A heart that rings with joy and laughter With the ones you love inside You take the high road, I'll take the low road Free from the care and strife Sounds corny and seedy, but yes, indeedy Give me the simple life Cottage small is all I'm after Not one that's spacious and wide A house that rings with joy and laughter And the one you love inside You take the high road, I'll take the low road Free from all care and strife Sounds corny and seedy, but yes, indeedy Give me the simple