I used to live in a poor neighborhood. My friends and me we always had a time. Never had no money but we had it so good. Those days are gone and i wanna go back. So pure so simple. Never thought about it when you're young you don't care. You don't realize it 'till it's all behind. Take it for granted just not well. (chorus). Oh-oh it was pure and simple. I'll remember those days 'till the end. Oh-oh god knows it's simple. If i could live my life all over again. I'd keep it pure and simple. Those days are gone and i wanna go back. Got me a feelin' i'm not alone. Wish i had a road so i could go back home. (repeat chorus twice)