Well, once I lived the life of a millionaire Spending my money, I didn't care Takin' my friends out for a mighty good time Buyin' boot leg liquor, champagne and wine Then I began to fall so low Couldn't find me no friends Had no place to go And if I ever get my hands on a dollar again I'm gonna hold on to it, 'til the eagle grins I said nobody knows you When you're down and out In your pocket, you ain't got one penny And your friends, you didn't have any Just as soon as you get up on your feet again Here they all come, they say that they're your long-lost friend Oh, Lord, without a doubt Nobody wants you Nobody needs you Nobody wants you When you're down and out I say Nobody wants you Nobody needs you Nobody wants you When you're down and out