Life is chronic

by @timfatchen Mod · @frontrowotago

Liner Notes

@frontrowotago from the Wilds of Wallaroo sent me this in the current bundle of lyrics. I thought I might try for an old-time 60/40 band sound, and though not willing to risk a fiddle (actually viola, please don't cue viola jokes) I tried a banjolele, ukulele piano (and bass) in the backing, complete with the lagerphone my children and I constructed lo, these many decades ago.

Basically, it's a bit of fun for maudlin drinking parties. And, I suspect I'm plagiarising a song from Ukulele Criminal...

#country #banjolele #lagerphone #ukulele #maudlin #fuc

Lyrics

LIFE IS CHRONIC Lyric Copyright © 2025 Andrew Male Music Copyright © 2025 TJ Fatchen All Rights Reserved APRA-AMCOS

What we call life Implies a soul Or is it Life With no Parole?

Can it be wound back Or can we forward-frame Is it a grand calling Or just a game?

[CHORUS] There are only questions For those who think Too much Too much time Too much drink Most of the time It’s only time Most of the time It’s only time

When was the last time Someone took a step Down the hidden stairways So secret kept? Was there ever a moment We could be sure That life is chronic There is just no cure…

[CHORUS] [BRIDGE]

Life is chronic Know that for sure That’s all anyone knows That’s for sure. For sure.

Comments

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Oh, I enjoyed this! It has a really jolly swing'n'sway to it. I was looking for the viola, then I realized to said you didn't risk it. I think you should have!

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This has me swaying back and forth in my chair with a smile on my face. So fun and catchy. I love your signature perfect vocal timing. And I'm with Jerry, it would be so fun to see all of the instruments that you played. That alone is pretty amazing!

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@sycophant

This song is like going back in time. It’s got a lovely feel to it. I love the line “most of the time it’s only time”… also is that the spoons being played for rhythm? Very cool.

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A delightfully quirky lyric with a lot of resonance has found a perfect musical setting. Great collaboration!

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well that's a sing-along if ever heard one, a bit click of the shears. don't get much truer than this!

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Beautiful song and collaboration. Fun to listen to. Wonderfully written lyrics, music, singing and playing. Timeless song. You are a great team!

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Most of the time it's only time. I think that all the time I am wasting time scrolling through mindless twaddle in my newsfeed hoping to see something interesting. This song on the other hand is not a waste of time, it is a timely reminder that we should spend our time more wisely, writing and playing and singing 😊. Cool Collab and time well spent listening. 😎

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this is a delightful romp through the time conundrum. i really love the back and forth movement of the bass, as well as the other instruments and your affable vocals.

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@mikegtz

Very clever song and perfect for ukelele. Maybe it would also work with Viola??

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I want to see the music video with all of the instruments you used!! 😉

Very, very nice song for me to be starting my Monday with! ❤️

[FAWM]