I submitted a lyric change from "won't be giving up today" to "won't be getting up today", which is straight from the official Billy Joel website.
The correct lyrics create an impression that is 180 degrees from the incorrect ones posted and it's hugely important to the context of the story.
The author isn't optimistic and anxious to continue his struggle. Instead, he's resigned to defeat and, potentially, is hinting at taking his life.
I submitted a lyric change from "won't be giving up today" to "won't be getting up today", which is straight from the official Billy Joel website.
The correct lyrics create an impression that is 180 degrees from the incorrect ones posted and it's hugely important to the context of the story.
The author isn't optimistic and anxious to continue his struggle. Instead, he's resigned to defeat and, potentially, is hinting at taking his life.