All you need in life is the fortitude
To take things on the chin
Instead of having a good old weep
Just offer a cheesy grin

All you need to get by
For 24 hours, 24 months, or 24 years
Is the ability to stay on song
Keep your head down, do no wrong

All you need is a good wife
Who hides the truth from you
And lets you live in ignorant bliss
Despite the terrible things you do

All you need is control of the TV remote
And a fridge full of beer
A faithful dog by your side
And great mates, full of cheer

All you need to get by
For 24 hours, 24 months, or 24 years
Is the ability to stay on song
Keep your head down, and do no wrong

All you need is a job that starts at noon
A boss who’ll never sack you
And thinks you’re a wonderful employee
Despite the little work you do

All you need are several credit cards
And a bank manager who’s a mate
Who forgives your fiscal failures
And repayments made too late

All you need to get by
For 24 hours, 24 months, or 24 years
Is the ability to stay on song
Keep your head down, and do no wrong.