[Verse 1]

I don't remember how I felt, I never thought I'd live

To read about myself in my hometown paper

How my brave young life was forever changed

In a misty cloud of pink vapor

[Chorus]

Darling, give me your kiss, only understand

I am the nothing man

[Verse 2]

Around here, everybody acts the same

Around here, everybody acts like nothing's changed

Friday night, club meets at Al's Barbecue

The sky is still the same unbelievable blue

[Chorus]

Darling, give me your kiss, come and take my hand

I am the nothing man

[Verse 3]

You can call me Joe, buy me a drink, and shake my hand

You want courage, I'll show you courage you can understand

Pearl and silver resting on my night table

It's just me, Lord, pray I'm able

[Chorus]

Darlin', with this kiss

Say you understand

I am the nothing man

I am the nothing man