[Verse 1]
I've paid my dues, time after time
I've done my sentence, but committed no crime
And bad mistakes I've made a few
I've had my share of sand kicked in my face, but I've come through

[Chorus]
And I am the champion, my friend
And I keep on fighting till the end
I am the champion
I am the champion
No time for losers
'Cause, I am the champion of the world

[Verse 2]
I've taken my bows and my curtain calls
You brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it
I thank you all
But it's been no bed of roses
No pleasure cruise
I consider it a challenge before the whole human race
And I ain't gonna lose

[Chorus]
And I am the champion, my friend
And we'll keep on fighting till the end
We are the champions
We are the champions
No time for losers
'Cause, I am the champion of the world