1. Mr. Taxman, give me a break
   There's nothing left here for you to take.
   You've looked at my bank book and under the bedpost
   And in the backyard all you found is compost.
   Mr. Taxman, leave me alone
   There is no money stashed in my home
   So please admit it's your mistake
   Mr. Taxman, give me a break.

2. Mr. Taxman, my earnings aren't high
   My last paying gig was the fourth of July.
   I play at marches, rallies and protests
   They don't pay much but my words get noticed.
   Mr. Taxman, what can I say?
   Nobody gives us folkies much pay.
   So please just open up your eyes
   Mr. Taxman, I'm telling no lies

3. Mr. Taxman, if you're looking for cash
   Why don't look in the kitchen trash?
   Try the attic, the cellar, the water closet
   When last I was there I made a deposit.
   Mr. Taxman, you're trying so hard.
   There's nothing but weeds out there in my yard.
   So please stop looking for a buck
   Mr. Taxman, you're just out of luck!

Bev and Jerry