"The Island" lyrics - TIMOTHY B. SCHMIT

I had to get away
So I came to the island
I just couldn't stay
Now I'm here on the island

Nothin' to do but stare at the palm trees
Kick off my shoes and feel that tropical breeze

I feel so fine
Now that I'm on the island
There's no freeway in sight
On this beautiful island

I'm mesmerized, feeling so weightless
I could just cry, this is real success

Why should I leave?
When it's so crystal clear
One look in my eyes
And you can see that I should stay right here

Umbrella drink
Such a wonderful potion
It's just what I need
After a swim in the ocean

Sunset deluxe is what I live for
Moonlight above will shine it's light on the shore

Why should I leave?
When it's so crystal clear
One look in my eyes
And you can see that I should stay right here

What's that I see?
Another perfect rainbow
So come stay with me
We'll listen to the trade winds blow

Breathe in, breathe out and take time to
Cosmically shout in island gratitude