I don't remember how I felt. I never thought I'd live. To read about myself. In my hometown paper. How my brave young life. Was forever changed. In a misty cloud of pink vapor. Darlin' give me your kiss. Only understand. I am the nothing man. Around here everybody acts the same. Around here everybody acts like nothing's changed. Friday night the club meets at Al's Barbecue. The sky's still the same unbelievable blue. Darlin' give me your kiss. Come and take my hand. I am the nothing man. You can call me Joe. Buy me a drink and shake my hand. You want courage. I'll show you courage you can understand. The pearl and silver. Restin' on my night table. It's just me Lord pray I'm able. Darlin with this kiss. Say you understand. I am the nothing man. I am the nothing man.