It' so easy to get all caught up
In the fast pace of this modern age
Makes you wonder if were making progress
Or just losing who we are along the way
I've been trying to figure out
How to dial it back and slow it down
Can't be as complicated as it seems
The heart of me loves yesterday
So pardon me now while I make
My way back to the simple things
If you call me I may not answer
Might not get back to you for quite a while
I'll be fishin' with my family
Cause livin' in the moments more my style
I've been trying to figure out
How to dial it back and slow it down
Can't be as complicated as it seems
The heart of me loves yesterday
So pardon me now while I make
My way back to the simple things
Tonight I'm turnin' off the TV
Watch the stars out for a change
Sit on the front porch with my baby
Rockin' all the way
Maybe that'll help me figure out
How to dial it back and slow it down
Can't be as complicated as it seems
The heart of me loves yesterday
So pardon me now while I make
My way back to the simple things
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Back To The Simple Things
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Jul 29, 2026 updated
Verified editorial review
Don Williams' 'Back To The Simple Things' is a country song about stepping away from the fast pace of modern life to focus on family, nature, and simple joys. The lyrics express a desire to slow down, turn off the TV, and spend time fishing or sitting on the porch with loved ones. While the song reflects on values like peace and contentment, it does not explicitly mention God, Jesus, faith, or any Christian themes. It is a secular song about lifestyle and nostalgia, not a Christian or Gospel song.
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