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