(Verse 1) The sun comes peeking through the window pane I wake up happy, shaking off the rain Got four soft paws tapping on the floor And a wagging tail waiting at the door They don’t need words to tell me how they feel A simple nuzzle makes the love so real Whether it’s a purr or a happy bark They are the light that glows inside the dark (Chorus) Oh, life is better, yeah it’s better with animals From the tiny ones to the grandest mammals They teach us how to laugh, they teach us how to play They wash the heavy, lonely clouds away Yeah, life is better with a friend by your side With a furry buddy and nowhere to hide The world is brighter, spinning 'round and 'round Because of the joy that we have found (Verse 2) Now, did you know that a cat’s purr heals? It’s a vibration secret, that’s how it feels Lowering stress, keeping the heartbeat slow They’re little fuzzy doctors, did you know? And dogs, they have a nose that’s like a map Mapping the world while they take a nap They smell your sadness before you shed a tear They’re professional chasers of every fear (Bridge) (Tempo slows down, reflective) Think of the bond that crosses the line Between the human heart and the wild design We learn about rhythm from the birds in the sky About patience from turtles as they walk by It’s a lesson in living, a lesson in trust That we’re all connected, beneath the dust From the coral reefs down deep in the blue To the hamsters running with a view (Chorus) Oh, life is better, yeah it’s better with animals From the tiny ones to the grandest mammals They teach us how to laugh, they teach us how to play They wash the heavy, lonely clouds away Yeah, life is better with a friend by your side With a furry buddy and nowhere to hide The world is brighter, spinning 'round and 'round Because of the joy that we have found (Verse 3) Let’s talk about wonders, the things that are true Like the way a chameleon changes its hue Or how bees do a dance to show where the sweet Nectar is hiding, a tasty treat Domestics are family, curled on the rug Waiting for belly rubs or a gentle hug They don’t care if your hair is a mess They love you for you, with no second guess In the eyes of a horse, or the chirp of a bird The song of the earth is clearly heard (Guitar/Instrumental Solo - 60 seconds) (Bridge 2) So when the world feels loud and the pace is fast And you’re searching for shadows that you can’t cast Look to your partner, the one with the fur The feathers, the scales, or the gentle purr They are the anchor, they are the base Bringing a smile to a weary face It’s not just a hobby, it’s not just a whim It’s a symphony playing, a beautiful hymn (Chorus) Oh, life is better, yeah it’s better with animals From the tiny ones to the grandest mammals They teach us how to laugh, they teach us how to play They wash the heavy, lonely clouds away Yeah, life is better with a friend by your side With a furry buddy and nowhere to hide The world is brighter, spinning 'round and 'round Because of the joy that we have found (Outro) Yeah, it’s better So much better With a paw in your hand With a chirp in the land Keep them close, keep them near Keep them safe from all fear Life is better, yes it’s true With an animal friend… Waiting for you. (Fade out with soft animal sounds)
