It's a shame you can't do what you used to do
These days, you're on a lower rung
You can't climb the ladder to clean the roof
You're no longer bulletproof
It's a shame you can't do what you used to do

And it's a shame you can't drive a truck
You can't pass the test, you're outta luck
Your hearing's not so good
Be careful cutting wood
It's a shame you can't do what you used to do

But you can give some good advice to a lad who wants to know
Have a laugh about the crazy things you did
When you were young and full of farts
Breaking rules and breaking hearts
It's a shame you can't do what you used to do

And it's a shame you can't catch a woman's eye
And, sure, you couldn't kid yourself and try
But you're just made of glass
She'll see right through and pass
It's a shame you can't do what you used to do

But you can give some good advice to a lad who wants to know
Have a laugh about the crazy things you did
When you were young and full of farts
Breaking rules and breaking hearts
It's a shame you can't do what you used to do
It's a shame you can't do what you used to do

It's a shame you can't do what you used to do