(Jimmie Cox). Well once I lived the life of a millionaire. Spending my money no I didn't care. Takin' my friend John out for a mighty good time. Buyin' high-priced liquor champagne and wine.. Then I began to fall so low. Didn't have a friend nor no place to go.. If I get my hands on a dollar again. I'm goin' to hold on to it until the eagle grins.. Soon as I get back up on my feet again. Everybody wants to be my long-lost friend.. It's might strange without a doubt. Nobody wants you when you're down and out.. Lord soon as I get up on my feet again. Everybody wants to be my long-lost friend. It's mighty strange without a doubt. Nobody wants you when you're down and out..