If I had my way I would not be here Not for one day, my leaving is clear I've had my share of heartache and pain For happiness I'm searching in vain I've got to get rid of my ball and chain For all of my life, the times they've been bad And hard luck and strife, they're all I've ever had I've had my share of heartache and pain For happiness I'm searching in vain I've got to get rid of my ball and chain I've just got to be free God in heaven, help me If I had my way I would not, would not be here No, not for one day, my leaving, my leaving is clear I've had my share of heartache and pain For happiness I'm searching in vain I've got to get rid of my ball and chain Help me! I've had my share of heartache and pain For happiness I'm searching in vain I've got to get rid of my ball and CHAIN!
