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Common Man Lyrics by John Conlee

Busted

1982

[Verse 1]
As the maid poured wine and we prepared to dine
I knew I was feelin' out of place
At a table as large as a river barge
And "I love you" written all on your face
I appreciate your hospitality
But I wish that we would go
Let me drive us to McDonald's and I'll talk to you
Concernin' somethin' you should really know

[Chorus]
I'm just a common man, drive a common van
My dog ain't got a pedigree
If I have my say, it's gonna stay that way
'Cause high-browed people lose their sanity
And a common man is what I'll be

[Verse 2]
I'll take a Chevrolet just any day
So give your daddy back his Mercedes Benz
And there's some common people that I hang out with
They're my good time buddies, they're my friends
And I'd rather chug-a-lug a mug of Budweiser beer
Than sip a crystal glass of wine
So won't you make your mind up to believe in me
And leave this high livin' world behind

[Chorus]
I'm just a common man, drive a common van
My dog ain't got a pedigree
If I have my say, it's gonna stay that way
'Cause high-browed people lose their sanity
And a common man is what I'll be

[Bridge]
Yes, I'm happy just being free
And I'm happy just being me
And I hope that you will see

[Chorus]
I'm just a common man, drive a common van
My dog ain't got a pedigree
If I have my say, it's gonna stay that way
'Cause high-browed people lose their sanity
And a common man is what I'll be

About “Common Man” by John Conlee

Read the complete lyrics to "Common Man" by John Conlee from the album "Busted" in 1982. On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Country.

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"Common Man" is credited to John Conlee. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Common Man" appears on "Busted" in 1982.

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