[Verse 1]
Buddy, you might think
That I've lost my mind
But mister, I'd pay twice
To do it one more time

[Chorus]
It cost a thousand tears
And wore out my knees
But buddy, that's okay
The heartaches are free

[Verse 2]
You probably thought I'd used
Up every brain I had
But mister, once you've tried
You'll swear that it ain't bad

[Chorus]
It cost a thousand tears
To wear out your knees
But buddy, that's okay
The heartaches are free

[Bridge]
Hey man, if she takes a notion
To sell you a hit of potion
Waste no time
And boss, if you need a reason
To pay for all her teasing
Well, just take mine
[Chorus]
It cost a thousand tears
To wear out your knees
But buddy, that's okay
The heartaches are free
Oh Lord

[Instrumental Break]

[Bridge]
Hey man, if she takes a notion
To sell you a hit of potion
Waste no time
And boss, if you need a reason
To pay for all her teasing
Well, just take mine

[Chorus]
It cost a thousand tears
To wear out your knees
But buddy, that's okay
The heartaches are free
Yeah, I can guarantee
The heartaches are free