Welcome to This World
Steve Wariner · Steal Another Day [Selectone] [2003]
And I take off down the street
The old man on the corner must have started kind of early
Tryin to rake up something to eat.
I toss him a dollar cut across to the market
Ain't got a lot of time to waste
There's two men yelling at each other at the counter
Getting up in one another's face.
Chorus:
Welcome to this world
This crazy, crazy world,
Welcome to this world
My crazy, crazy world.
My brother-in-law told me that the baby came early
And everybody's doin' just fine
The elevator door it opens third floor
So many relatives of mine
I walked up to the window it took me just a minute
To find the last name there
That tiny little angel she can't hear me
But still I gotta say to her.
Chorus:
Welcome to this world
This crazy, crazy world,
Welcome to this world
My crazy, crazy world.
Heading home in the night I swear in my sight
Is a man on roller skates
He's got a llama on a leash crossin' the street
Man only 'round this place
I see up ahead lights flashing red
Another threat streets closed here
But freedom rules and you know we refuse
To live our lives in fear.
Chorus:
Welcome to this world
This crazy, crazy world,
Welcome to this world
My crazy, crazy world...
Welcome to This World
Steve Wariner's "Welcome to This World" stands as a defining track from his 2003 album, Steal Another Day. As a cornerstone of the English-language country genre, the recording showcases Wariner's signature blend of soulful vocals and polished production that characterized his career during the early 2000s. The song reflects the broader trend of blending traditional country storytelling with contemporary pop sensibilities, a style that helped establish Wariner as a prominent figure in the industry. Released alongside other notable tracks from the same era, the recording exemplifies the emotional depth and melodic structure typical of Wariner's discography, resonating with audiences seeking heartfelt country music from that period.