I'm just callin' my folks from Mississippi
Just to let 'em know that I'm still fine
And mom and dad, while we were talkin'
I just thought I'd let you know what's on my mind

My financial problems are still with me
And the way that I live is nothing new
So, mom and dad, please don't you worry
It's just one of those old things we all go through

And yes, I've been lonely
Oh and yes, I'm feelin' blue
And yes, I've lost the one that I loved
But it's just one of those old things we all go through

Just to hear your voice makes me feel better
And I know you'll remember me in prayer
Heaven knows I'm trying to forget her
It's just another cross I'll have to bear

And yes, I've been lonely
Oh and yes, I'm feelin' blue, so blue
And yes, I've lost the one that I loved
But it's just one of those old things we all go through
It's just one of those old things we all go through