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Artist/Band: Everlast
Lyrics for Song: What It's Like
Lyrics for Album: Whitey Ford Sings The Blues [1998]



We've all seen a man at the liquor store beggin' for your change

The hair on his face is dirty, dread-locked, and full of mange

He asks a man for what he could spare, with shame in his eyes

"Get a job you fucking slob," is all he replies

God forbid you ever had to walk a mile in his shoes

'Cause then you really might know what it's like to sing the blues



Then you really might know what it's like...

Then you really might know what it's like...

Then you really might know what it's like...

Then you really might know what it's like...



Mary got pregnant from a kid named Tom that said he was in love

He said, "Don't worry about a thing, baby doll

I'm the man you've been dreaming of."

But 3 months later he say he won't date her or return her calls

And she swear, "God damn, if I find that man I'm cuttin' off his balls."

And then she heads for the clinic and

she gets some static walking through the door

They call her a killer, and they call her a sinner

And they call her a whore

God forbid you ever had to walk a mile in her shoes

'Cause then you really might know what it's like to have to choose



Then you really might know what it's like...

Then you really might know what it's like...

Then you really might know what it's like...

Then you really might know what it's like...

I've seen a rich man beg

I've seen a good man sin

I've seen a tough man cry



I've seen a loser win

And a sad man grin

I heard an honest man lie



I've seen the good side of bad

And the downside of up

And everything between



I licked the silver spoon

Drank from the golden cup

And smoked the finest green



I stroked the fattest dimes at least a couple of times

before I broke their heart

You know where it ends, yo, it usually depends on where you start



I knew this kid named Max

He used to get fat stacks out on the corner with drugs

He liked to hang out late

he liked to get shit-faced and keep the pace with thugs

Until late one night there was a big gun fight and Max lost his head

He pulled out his chrome .45, talked some shit, and wound up dead

Now his wife and his kids are caught in the midst of all of this pain

You know it crumbles that way

at least that's what they say when you play the game

God forbid you ever had to wake up to hear the news

'Cause then you really might know what it's like to have to lose



Then you really might know what it's like...

Then you really might know what it's like...

Then you really might know what it's like...to have to lose


What It's Like

Everlast's "What It's Like" stands as a defining track from his 1998 debut album, Whitey Ford Sings The Blues. The song encapsulates the gritty, narrative-driven storytelling that became the hallmark of his career, blending elements of country, blues, and rock with a raw, unfiltered vocal delivery. Released during a pivotal era for the artist, the recording showcases his ability to craft intimate character studies that resonate deeply with listeners. The track has since become a staple of his discography, often cited alongside other signature works like "Black Coffee" and "White Trash Beautiful" as essential listening for fans of his distinctive musical style. Its enduring popularity reflects the song's ability to capture the essence of its subject matter with authenticity and emotional weight.


Album Lyrics: Whitey Ford Sings The Blues [1998]


Everlast
"Whitey Ford Sings The Blues [1998]"


1. The White Boy Is Back
2. Money (Dollar Bill)
3. Ends
4. What It's Like
5. Get Down
6. Sen Dog
7. Tired
8. Hot To Death
9. Painkillers
10. Prince Paul
11. Praise The Lord
12. Today (Watch Me Shine)
13. Guru
14. Death Comes Callin'
15. Funky Beat
16. The Letter
17. 7 Years
18. Next Man (bonus track, CD only)