I won't slave for beggar's pay, likewise gold and jewels, but I would slave to learn the way, to sink your ship of fools.

It's better to wear seaweed socks than stick a melon in your brother's ear.

Let my inspiration flow, in token lines suggesting rhythm, that will not forsake me, till my tale is told and done.

I won't slave for beggar's pay, likewise gold and jewels, but I would slave to learn the way, to sink your ship of fools.

Ain't nobody messin' with you but you

When I was just a little young boy, Papa said Son, you'll never get far, I'll tell you the reason if you want to know, 'cause child of mine, there isn't really very far to go.

Well, the first days are the hardest days, don't you worry anymore. When life looks like Easy Street there is danger at your door.