Enjoying The Ride

*I understand I wrote this in 2006, which puts it in the middle of a bin-fire year, and contextualises the trying-to-get-a-grip nature of the song. Buddy, where's the fire? You're pedalling fit to bust!
With your clip-on shoes and lycra gear, you leave me in your dust
But I'm not trying to catch you, I'm way too dignified
I'm just out in the sunshine, enjoying the ride.

Enjoying the ride, all those thunderclouds gathering in the sky
Are going to take a detour and pass me right on by
And if it rains, I'll get wet, then cycle 'til I've dried
I'm just out in the sunshine, enjoying the ride.

I've been coming out lately with the rough end of the deal
But I keep my feet in motion, follow my front wheel
The wind in my face is drying all the tears I cried
I'm just out in the sunshine, enjoying the ride.

Enjoying the ride, out on the shoulder, white line as my guide
My mind is clear and peaceful, my eyes are open wide
Anything life throws at me, I'll take it in my stride
I'm just out in the sunshine, enjoying the ride.