Little boys and little girls dream of big, big things.

They're taught at a tender age just what life should bring.

Get a job say I do and settle yourself down.

But what about those of us whose lives are still spinnin' around.

Chorus:

Tell me what's so great about picket fences.

Paintin' them is such a mess.

And a big back yard where kids can play.

I'd probably never get a moments rest.

And setting the table for five at five.

Only means more dishes to load.

What's so great about picket fences.

I guess I'll never know.

Here I am in my prime at least they tell me so.

And if I go to sleep at night I always go alone.

I guess that I could have it all and someone by my side.

But I can't take the give and take the price is just too high,

Repeat Chorus

Tell me what's so great about picket fences.

I guess I'll never know.