BAD TIME BLUES
As recorded by Barbecue Bob (Robert Hicks), ©1928.

Bad times upon me; tell 'em what a panic is on. (2x)
I feel so disgusted; all the good times done gone.

Ev'rybody is crying; they can't get a break. (2x)
Tell me what's the matter; ev'rything seems too late.

When you hear me howlin', then you know something going on wrong.
When you hear me howlin', then you know something's wrong.
Bad times is got me, why I sing this song.

I can't make a nickel; I'm flat as I can be. (2x)
Some people say money is talkin' but it won't say a word to me.

I ain't had a paycheck since the devil was a boy. (2x)
If I'd get a real job, I'd pass out with joy.

Bad times upon me; I can't get a gal. (2x)
You know a gal costs money when she'll be a pal.

Bad times upon me; baby, need some shoes. (2x)
Bad luck hangin' around, keep me singin' bad times blues.