Life's a Dance
John Michael Montgomery · Life's a Dance
For a blue-eyed girl in my homeroom class.
Tryin to find the courage to ask her out
Was like tryin' to get oil from a water spout.
What she would've said, I can't say.
I never did ask then she moved away.
I learned something from my blue-eyed girl:
sink or swim, you gotta give it a whirl.
(Chorus)
Life's a dance, you learn as you go.
Sometimes you lead, sometimes you follow.
Don't worry 'bout what you don't know,
life's a dance, you learn as you go.
The longer I live the more I believe
You do have to give if you wanna receive.
There's a time to listen, a time to talk.
And you might have to crawl even after you walk.
Had sure things blow up in my face,
Seen the longshot win the race.
Been knocked down by the slammin' door.
Picked myself up and came back for more.
(3xChorus)
Life's a dance
Life's a dance
Life's a dance
Take a chance on love
Life's a dance
you learn as you go
Life's a Dance
John Michael Montgomery's 'Life's a Dance' serves as the title track for his 1995 album, marking a significant moment in his career during the mid-1990s country music boom. The recording captures Montgomery's signature blend of traditional country instrumentation with a polished, radio-friendly production style that defined his commercial success. As a key song in his discography, the song reflects the artist's ability to craft relatable narratives about everyday life and relationships, a hallmark of his broader body of work. This track stands alongside other notable recordings from the era, contributing to Montgomery's reputation as a consistent hitmaker who bridged the gap between classic country sounds and contemporary pop influences. The song remains a representative example of his musical approach during this prolific period.