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I could sing the blues any way I choose, if I wanted
I could turn you around, I could bring you down, if I wanted

But it's not my constitution, it's not my way of life
You know, I'm just a lover for my wife

I could join a race, I could paint my face, if I wanted
I could be a queen, but it's not my scene 'cause I've tried it

And it's not my constitution, it's not my way of life
You know, I'm just a lover for my wife
Hey, yea

I could sing the blues any way I choose, if I wanted
I could bring you down, I could turn you around, if I wanted

But it's not my constitution, it's not my way of life
You know, I'm just a lover for my wife
Hey, yea

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by JDeanB

19y ago

Probably the most metallic song in the Badfinger catalog...you either love it or hate it (sorta like Helter Skelter.) Great lyrics from Joey Molland, the most underrated member of the band.

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