how can a poor man stand such times and live?

i remember a time when every thing was cheap

now prices nearly puts a man to sleep

well

when we get our grocery bill

we feel like making our will

tell me

how can a poor man stand such times and live

tell me

how can a poor man stand such times and live

well

the doctor comes around with his face all bright

and he says

in a little while you'll be all right!"