Hard Road

How long have you been hangin' around Your eyes fixed to the cement ground Your heart is warm, your hands are cold You know the truth, but the story gets old You stood on the corner for a long time People passin' by you gave you nickels and dimes They think you're one of the nameless Cuz you got no record and you ain't famous Oh, Bill, I know how you're feelinYour heart's on fire and your head is reelinBut with the spirit to guide you And a friend beside you You know you'll win If you're only willin The sun's so hot and my heart is thumpinLet me buy you a beer or somethinYou've been travellin' a hard road Sit down, Bill, lighten your load If you need a friend, give me a call I got your picture on my wall From one compadre to another I love you, bill, as I would my brother Oh, Bill, I know how you're feelinYour heart's on fire and your head is reelinBut with the spirit to guide you And a friend beside you You know you'll win If you're only willin Oh, Bill, I know how you're feelinYour heart's on fire and your head is reelinBut with the spirit to guide you And a friend beside You you know you'll win If you're only willin'