Taxman



(Harrison)
Recorded: 21 Apr 1966, Abbey Road Studios
Length: 2:36
Version: Take 12
George: vocal, lead guitar
John: backing vocal
Paul: backing vocal, bass lead guitar
Ringo: drums, tambourine, cowbell

Let me tell you how it will be
There's one for you, nineteen for me
'Cause I'm the taxman, yeah, I'm the taxman

Should five percent appear too small
Be thankful I don't take it all
'Cause I'm the taxman, yeah I'm the taxman

If you drive a car, I'll tax the street
If you try to sit, I'll tax your seat
If you get too cold, I'll tax the heat
If you take a walk, I'll tax your feet
Taxman

'Cause I'm the taxman, yeah I'm the taxman

Don't ask me what I want it for (Ah ah Mister Wilson)
If you don't want to pay some more (Ah ah Mister Heath)
'Cause I'm the taxman, yeah, I'm the taxman

Now my advice for those who die (Taxman)
Declare the pennies on your eyes (Taxman)
'Cause I'm the taxman, yeah, I'm the taxman
And You're working for no one but me
Taxman


®1966 Northern Songs

 

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