Day Job 1.0 Todd Rundgren

"Day Job 1.0" by Todd Rundgren, released in 1993, is a #Rock song that explores the tension between artistic ambition and the necessity of mundane work. The lyrics reflect on the struggle to balance creativity with financial responsibilities. Unique musical elements include Rundgren's signature blend of rock and pop. The song resonates with anyone navigating life’s responsibilities while pursuing their dreams.

[Intro]
Don't quit your day job
Don't quit your day job
Don't quit your day job
Don't quit your day job

[Verse 1]
Corporate cry baby
A bit wiser and a whole lot older, feeling bolder
Sucking up to the last stockholder with a
Golden parachute slung over your shoulder

Jacked up b-boy
Another fool got stuck in the whirlpool
Looking for a fast break, not enough cake to go 'round
Another brother goes down, and he's out of the gene pool

Media pimp
Day after day, night after night if the money is right
The campaign goes on to make right seem wrong
With computer animation and a hip-hop song

[Pre-Chorus]
Land of opportunity
(Mo' money, mo' money, mo' money, mo' money)
This is the land of opportunity
(Mo' money, mo' money, mo' money, mo' money)
This is the land of opportunity
(Mo' money, mo' money, mo' money, mo' money)
Stop

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