[Verse 1]
There's an old saying that's been all around
I heard it before I could walk
How some's got health, and some's got wealth
Others, money, marbles, and chalk

[Chorus]
I got money, marbles, and chalk, sweetheart
But I still feel like I am poor
'Cause my money won't spend
And my marbles won't roll
And my chalk won't write anymore

[Verse 2]
While you were near, I was happy and gay
Your presence made me feel so proud
But you left me for another one day
Now I feel alone in a crowd

[Chorus]
I got money, marbles, and chalk, sweetheart
But I still feel like I am poor
'Cause my money won't spеnd
And my marbles won't roll
And my chalk won't write anymore
[Verse 3]
Thе money, marbles, and chalk is all right
To misers who love only gold
But give me a chance to save our romance
For I love you with all of my soul

[Chorus]
I got money, marbles, and chalk, sweetheart
But I still feel like I am poor
'Cause my money won't spend
And my marbles won't roll
And my chalk won't write anymore
I got money, marbles, and chalk, sweetheart
But I still feel like I am poor
'Cause my money won't spend
And my marbles won't roll
And my chalk won't write anymore