And I'm a hardworkin' man Yes, I'm doin' the best that I can I'm easy to please, and I do in a squeeze Yeah, I'm a hard workin' man My hands is both calloused and worn There's some fingers that's gone all for one I'm rough as a cob, but I do a good job Yeah, I'm a hardworkin' man A hardworkin' man, yes I am I'm a hardworkin' man I'm salt of the earth all across the street and land Yes, I'm a hardworkin' man ♪ On the day that I lay down and die Ain't too many folks gonna cry But I'll bet you my boots I won't be wearin' no suit when I say my last good, goodbye A hardworkin' man, hallelujah I'm a hardworkin' man I'm salt of the earth all across this great land Yes, I am hardworkin' man Yeah, I'm a hardworkin' man