Paper boy, while other kids are cutting cable Your awfully busy selling papers You just ain't got no time to play Paper boy, Paper boy Your shoes are worn beyond repairing You're not ashamed of what you're wearing Because you've had a busy day When you shout "Hey mister, want a paper?" Yes Son! Folks who read just can't refuse Everybody's buys all your papers Keeping up with the latest news Paper boy, Paper boy A kid like you with your ambition Someday will have a high position Although you're just a Paper boy When you shout "Hey mister, want the evening paper?" Yes Son! Folks who read just can't refuse Everybody's buys all your papers Keeping up with the latest news Paper boy, Paper boy A kid like you with your ambition Someday son, you gonna hold a high position But right now, you ain't nothing but a Paper boy