[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

[Bridge]
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

[Bridge]
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
[Outro]
Darlin', with this kiss
Say you understand
I am the nothing man
I am the nothing man