[Verse] Well, I walked into the diner, boots covered in mud, The waitress said, "You’re late, but you’ll still get your spud." I said, "Better late than never, that’s what they all say," She laughed and said, "Honey, you’re the highlight of my day." [Chorus] I’m the laughing cowboy, cracking jokes as I go, Turning every hard time into a late-night show. Life’s too short for crying, so I wear this grin, With a joke in my pocket and a chuckle on my chin. [Verse] I told my boss, "I’m working hard, as fast as I can." He said, "Son, your pace is slower than molasses in a pan." I tipped my hat and said, "Well, boss, here’s the thing— I’m pacing myself for the long haul, like a marathon king." [Chorus] I’m the laughing cowboy, cracking jokes as I go, Turning every hard time into a late-night show. Life’s too short for crying, so I wear this grin, With a joke in my pocket and a chuckle on my chin. [Bridge] Now my truck’s got a squeak, and my dog’s got a snore, And my wallet’s as empty as the hardware store. But I just keep on smiling, ‘cause what else can you do? When life hands you lemons, you make barbecue! [Verse] At the county fair, I tried to win my girl a prize, Threw three fastballs, and missed—man, that’s no surprise. She said, "Don’t worry, cowboy, you’re still my man," I said, "Well, at least I’m good at holding your hand!"
