world celebrator Streetlife serenaders Have such an understanding How the words are spoken How to make the motions Streetlife serenaders Have no obligations
: (Instrumental)
: Roberta, you say you know me, But I see only what you're paid to show me. Oh, I wish you had the time, Oh, I wish you had the time. Oh, Roberta, I
: I am the entertainer And I know just where I stand Another serenader And another long-haired band Today I am your champion I may have won your hearts
: Los Angelenos All come from somewhere To live in sunshine Their funky exile Midwestern ladies High-heeled and faded Drivin' sleek new sports cars With
: Well if money makes a rich man Then I might never make the grade I'll be a small time operator If I just get the landlord paid But if time is an indication
: A picture postcard A folded stub A program of the play File away your photographs Of your holiday And your mementos Will turn to dust But that's the
: This back-breakin', bone-shakin', belly-achin', hard-workin' Two more hours to go Yes, it's keeping me alive doin' nine to five And I ain't got nothin
: Flyin' east on a plane Drinkin' all that free champagne I guess I saw this comin' down the line And I know it should be fun But I think I should've
New world celebrator Streetlife serenaders Have such understanding How the words are spoken How to make the motions Streetlife serenaders Have no
Translation: Joel, Billy. Streetlife Serenade.
