Ordinary Day
Vanessa Carlton · Be Not Nobody
Just an ordinary day.
Just tryin to get by.
Just a boy,
Just an ordinary boy.
But he was looking to the sky.
And as he asked if i would come along
I started to realize-
That everyday you find
Just what he's looking for,
Like a shooting star he shines.
He said take my hand,
Live while you can
Don't you see your dreams right in the palm of your hand?
And as he spoke, he spoke ordinary words
Although they did not feel
For I felt what I had not felt before
You'd swear those words could heal.
And as I looked up into those eyes
His vision borrows mine.
And to know he's no stranger,
For I feel I've held him for all of time.
And he said take my hand,
Live while you can
Don't you see your dreams right in the palm of your hand
in the palm of your hand.
Please come with me,
See what I see.
Touch the stars for time will not flee.
Time will not flee.
Can you see?
Just a dream, just an ordinary dream.
As I wake in bed
And the boy, that boy, that ordinary boy.
Or was it all in my head?
Did he asked if I would come along
It all seemed so real.
But as i looked to the door,
I saw that boy standing there with a deal.
And he said he my take my hand,
Live while you can,
Don't you see your dreams right in the palm of your hand
right in the palm of your hand,
right in the palm of your hand.
Just a day, just an ordinary day
Just tryin to get by.
Just a boy,
Just an ordinary boy.
But he was looking to the sky.
Ordinary Day - Vanessa Carlton
Vanessa Carlton's 'Ordinary Day' stands as a poignant centerpiece on her 2002 album 'Be Not Nobody,' blending folk-pop sensibilities with introspective lyricism. Released during a period where her work gained significant cultural traction, the track exemplifies her signature ability to weave personal narrative with broader social commentary. The song's acoustic-driven arrangement and melodic structure reflect the indie-folk movement of the early 2000s, emphasizing themes of everyday life and emotional resilience. As part of her discography, 'Ordinary Day' complements other notable tracks from the era, contributing to a body of work that balances commercial appeal with artistic integrity. Its enduring presence in her catalog highlights its resonance with listeners seeking authentic storytelling within a polished musical framework.

