It was but yesterday you were a baby,
But so soon you’re growing, too,
And before you know it you’ve become a lady,
Or a man with children, too.
Then your health and strength begin to fail you,
And you say “Now, what shall I do?”,
Because the days and years you may have wasted
May be memories haunting you.
So you see, my brother, that life is so short.
It passes so quickly and soon it’s gone.
You just have one life to live on earth,
So remember your Creator while you have breath
(Repeat once)
You part with a loved one and say “See you tomorrow!”.
Tomorrow comes, but he may be gone.
They tell you your friend has left you in sorrow,
And your world comes crashing down.
Life is just like a little flower:
Today it’s here tomorrow it’s gone.
So don’t just chase after riches and power,
\u2018Cause they’ll fail you when time is gone.
Musical Break
(Sung while refrain plays quietly in background)
Life is short
Life is real short
You only have one life to live on earth;
Before you know it it’s come and gone.
So make the most of it while you can
and remember your Creator while you have breath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n