I recently joined the world of retired folks, and I can definitely say that it beats working. Obviously I cannot speak for everyone, but having to rise at 5:00 every morning to face six classes of thirty high school students really took its toll.Retirement has certainly been a welcome change after thirty years as an English teacher. The free time has allowed me to indulge in one of my favorite obsessions, which is music.
During my zealous listening over the past few months, I have experienced a new appreciation for songs that speak directly to retirees. Here are ten of those songs that should be appreciated by all those who have retired from a long career of working.
"Watching the Wheels" by John Lennon
The genius behind the best songs of The Beatles reflects on his retirement from the music world on this solo track from the Double Fantasy album, which ironically marked a return to the business shortly before he was assassinated.
"Idle By" by Travis Bretzer
The indie artist is too young to fully appreciate the beautiful idleness of retirement, but his gorgeous song from Waxing Romantic will take on a new meaning for him by the time senior organizations start sending him mail.
"Margaritaville" by Jimmy Buffett
It is more suited for those retirees headed to the beach, but any of us can identify with the serenity of "Strumming my six string on my front porch swing."
"Retirement" by Kaiser Chiefs
This title track and its album mates served as appropriate follow ups to the indie rock band's debut, Employment. Thankfully, the band went back to work and released three more records after that.
"Dock of the Bay" by Otis Redding
The whistling at the end of this classic provides a perfect soundtrack for those of us who have earned our break from the rat race.
"School's Out" by Alice Cooper
As a teacher, this title track and classic rock anthem has a completely new meaning in retirement.
"I'm Free" by the Who
Roger Daltrey in the role of Tommy in the rock opera is hang gliding during this tune, but even with my feet firmly on the ground I can appreciate its thrill.
"Carefree Highway" by Gordon Lightfoot
I have only been on it for a year, but so far this avenue on the Sundown album is the best route I have travelled.
"I've Had Enough" by Paul McCartney and Wings
This track from the Londontown album is a must listen for anyone who is fed up with work, highlighted by the line "You stand behind me with a watch in your hand and I can't get nothing done."
"Permanent Vacation" by Five Seconds of Summer
This happy title comes from Sounds Good Feels Good, the Australian rock band's second album.
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