Lyrics Joyful Sound - The String Cheese Incident

Take time to give thanks, make time to be giving
I'm gonna stop and think twice about the way that I'm living
Did I say a kind word, am I proud of my actions
You know a job well done gives me satisfaction

Can I earn your trust, your love and affection
Just one step at a time in the right direction
I'm gonna aim for the sky, keep my feet on the ground
Raise my voice to the heavens, make a joyful sound

Na na na na na na na na
Make a joyful sound

Can I sing for my supper and play for my rent?
I know it sounds funny but it's how my time's spent
Greet everyday with full purpose, with passion and pride
I'm gonna follow my heart, have nothing to hide

A moment of insight; I know why I'm here
You know, the time just stopped, I see it all real clear
I've got to set an example, make some mischief and fun
Do unto others and play a fat bass run

I gotta work hard every day and give it my best
Grab hold of fear and negativity and lay 'em to rest
I know my time here's important, can I do the right thing?
Practice patience and forgiveness, feel the joy that they bring

Can I lay down tonight without feeling regret?
I know the love that I give becomes the love that I get
Well do you hear what I'm saying, makin' sense to you?
If you feel it in your heart then you'll wanna sing too

I don't want to sound preachy, make it feel all wrong
Just want to write some kind of lyrics, sing a feel-good song
It's kind of hard to explain, it's just a feeling I get
From makin' music, makin' love, gettin' both feet wet

Every piece to the puzzle snaps tight in the groove
I close my eyes, breathe deeply and let my feet move
You know I feel a little better now for speaking my mind
Good vibes and circulation, see who they find