In the days of my youth I was told what it means to be a man, Now I've reached the age I've tried to do all those things the best I can. No matter how I try, I find my way into the same old jam.
*Good Times, Bad Times, You know I had my share; When my woman left home For a brown eyed man, Well, I still don't seem to care.
Sixteen: I fell in love With a girl as sweet as could be, Only took a couple of days Till she was rid of me. She swore that she would be all mine And love me till the end, But when I whispered in her ear I lost another friend, oooh.
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I know what it means to be alone, I sure do wish I was at home. I don't care what the neighbors say, I'm gonna love you each and every day. You can feel the beat within my heart. Realize, sweet babe, we ain't ever gonna part.