Dana Clark Music

Back Up! 

Copyright 2012 Dana Clark

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Using humor to dispel the worry of aging, affirming that it's all in our perspective, and when we look good to ourselves, we look good to others.

VERSE: Sometimes you feel insecure

Not as young as you once were

And when you want to look your best

You’re certain you’re a worn out mess

Well, I know something you can do

To readjust your point of view

To rediscover your lost youth

Make your reflection tell the truth

CHORUS: Back up! You’re standing too close to the mirror

Back up! You’ll see a whole lot clearer

Distance takes away the years

And all those wrinkles disappear 

Back up! 

Back up, back up, back up!

You’re standing too close to the mirror

VERSE: If you’re too close all you will find

Is beauty that’s the skin deep kind 

That’s just veneer, it’s artificial

You’re too deep to be superficial

Yes, age has brought you inner beauty 

Back far enough you're still a cutie

Now flash that captivating smile

You’ll see you've still got lots of style

CHORUS: Back up! You’re standing too close to the mirror

Back up! You’ll see a whole lot clearer 

You’re no spring chicken anymore

But you are not a dinosaur

Back up! 

Back up, back up, back up!

You’re standing too close to the mirror

VERSE: You yearn for that romantic glow

The thrill of love you can’t outgrow

And when you want someone to pet

That's just a sign you’re not dead yet

A soul mate is what I suggest

Someone to share your cosmic quest

Together you'll explore the zen of it

Enjoy your friendship with benefits!

CHORUS: Back up! You’re standing too close to the mirror

Back up! You’ll see a whole lot clearer 

Focus on the ways you’re hot

Forget about the ways you’re not

Back up! 

Back up, back up, back up!

You’re standing too close to the mirror

VERSE: When you change how you see you

Others see you that way, too

Yes, you can change reality

By changing your proximity

Get a yard stick, be persistent

Find the proper viewing distance

Back up a bit more every year

Your vision will stay crystal clear

CHORUS: Back up! You’re standing too close to the mirror

Back up! You’ll see a whole lot clearer

Don’t turn up the lights so bright

Try to stick to candlelight

Back up! 

Back up, back up, back up!

You’re standing too close to the mirror

BACK UP!!!!!