Live Like You Were Dying
Tim McGraw · Number One Hits
with a lot of life before me
when a moment came that stopped me on a dime
I spent most of the next days lookin' at the x-rays
and talkin' 'bout the options
and talkin' bout sweet time
I asked him when it sank in and
this might be the really real end
I said how's it hit ya
when you get that kinda news?
Man what'd ya do?
and he said
CHORUS
I went sky diving i went rocky mountain climbing
I went two point seven seconds
on a bull named Fumanchu
And I loved deeper and I spoke sweeter
and I gave forgiveness I'd been denying
and he said some day I hope you get the chance
to live like you were dying
He said I was finally the husband
that most the time I wasn't
and I became a friend
a friend would like to have
And all 'a sudden going fishin'
Wasn't such an imposition
And I went three times that year I lost
my dad
Well I finally read the good book
And I took a good long hard look
At what I'd do if I could do it all
again,and then
I went sky diving i went rocky mountain climbing
I went two point seven seconds
on a bull named Fumanchu
And I loved deeper and I spoke sweeter
and I gave forgiveness I'd been denying
and he said some day I hope you get the chance
to live like you were dying
like tomorrow was a gift
and you got eternity
to think about what'd you do with it.
what did you do with it.
what did I do with it?
what would I do with it?
Sky diving i went rocky mountain climbing
I went two point seven seconds
on a bull named Fumanchu
And I loved deeper and I spoke sweeter
and I watched an eagle as it was flying
and he said some day I hope you get the chance
to live like you were dying X 5
Whoo!
About Live Like You Were Dying
Tim McGraw's "Live Like You Were Dying" stands as a defining track on his 2008 compilation *Number One Hits*, capturing the raw vulnerability and country storytelling that characterized his career during the late 2000s. The song reflects McGraw's signature ability to blend personal narrative with broad appeal, addressing themes of mortality and the fleeting nature of life through a polished yet authentic delivery. Released alongside other major singles from the era, the recording exemplifies the mainstream country sound of the time, featuring a blend of acoustic instrumentation and radio-friendly production that allowed it to resonate with a wide audience. It remains a staple of his discography, illustrating his commitment to exploring emotional depth while maintaining commercial viability. The track serves as a testament to his status as a leading figure in modern country music, where his voice continues to convey the weight of human experience with clarity and poignancy.

