Whiskey And Good Times Blues

by Big Bill Broonzy recording of 1939 from , I believe, I believe, I believe I'll change my way I believe, I believe, I believe I'll change my way There is three things, cross me down today There is three things in life just won't let me rest There is three things in life just won't let me rest There's whiskey and good time, and a good woman can do the rest One drink will make you want more, and more will make your love come down Yeah, more'll make your love come down Boy you should go home 'cause you can't do a thing but clown Yeah, look how three things brought me down Yeah, look how three things brought me down Now don't fly high, 'cause it hurts when you hit the ground I don't wanna be rich, I don't care for fancy clothes Now I don't wanna be rich, I don't care for fancy clothes Yes give me a pretty woman and an automobile, I will be a happy soul

 

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