Quiet Life
The Kinks · Other Songs - The Kinks
If I see no evil, ask no questions, and I hear no lies.
Can't communicate with minds that are small,
With some people it's like talkin' to the wall
And a fellow who walks away,
Lives to battle another day.
And I've really got no appetite
For a fight,
Not tonight.
All I want is a quiet life.
Anything for a quiet life.
No ambition to rock the boat
When I can just stay afloat.
Be content with a quiet life
All I want is a quiet life.
Anything for a quiet life.
Hear no evil, see no evil, speak no evil at all.
Confidentially, between these walls,
I'm on top of it all.
I'd rather have 'em think I'm deaf, dumb, and blind
Than aggravation every time I speak my mind
Keep _________ at a quiet life.
Anything for a quiet life.
I could easily blow my top,
Start a row,
But why start now?
Give your daddy a quiet life.
Give your mother a quiet life.
Anything for a quiet life.
[instrumental section]
Give your daddy a quiet life.
Give your mother a quiet life.
Anything for a quiet life.
Confidentially, between these walls,
I'm on top of it all.
Quiet Life
Quiet Life stands as a reflective song in The Kinks' expansive catalogue, capturing the band's signature blend of melodic rock and observational storytelling. While the specific album placement for this recording remains fluid in public memory, the track exemplifies the group's ability to distill complex emotions into accessible, radio-friendly arrangements. The song aligns with the band's broader exploration of everyday life and personal introspection, hallmarks that defined their most celebrated eras. As part of a discography rich with character studies and social commentary, this recording offers listeners a moment of calm within the energetic tapestry of The Kinks' musical legacy. It serves as a reminder of the band's enduring capacity to craft intimate narratives that resonate across generations without relying on overt spectacle.