Poor Little Rich Boy

George Jones · A Good Year For The Roses

(Poor little rich boy, poor little rich boy)



Poor little rich boy ain't got nothin' but lots and lots of money

Poor little rich boy don't take nothin' but some sad poor boys honey

Got to run all day with his fancy clothes and a big long limosine

Poor little rich boy ain't got nothin' but everything.



(Poor little rich boy, poor little rich boy)



Now theres an old saying I used to hear keeps a-running through my mind

How a baby boy born with a silver spoon was in for a mighty bad time

Pity the rich kid I've always heard, I can't for the life of me.

While he's a-wading in a pool of riches I'm sinking in poverty.



(Poor little rich boy, poor little rich boy)



Poor little rich boy ain't got nothin' but lots and lots of money

Poor little rich boy don't take nothin' but some sad poor boys honey

Got to run all day with his fancy clothes and a big long limosine

Poor little rich boy ain't got nothin' but everything.



(Poor little rich boy, poor little rich boy)



I work and sweat and played all day but what good did it do

?? that I wasn't thinking of you

'Cause a poor boys chances are mighty slim cause when I got into town

I walked by your house and saw your porch light burnin' and I knew who'd been around.



(Poor little rich boy, poor little rich boy.)



Poor little rich boy ain't got nothin' but lots and lots of money

Poor little rich boy don't take nothin' but some sad poor boys honey

Got to run all day with his fancy clothes and a big long limosine

Poor little rich boy ain't got nothin' but everything.



(Poor little rich boy, poor little rich boy.)

(Poor little rich boy, poor little rich boy.)

(Poor little rich boy, poor little rich boy...)

Poor Little Rich Boy

George Jones delivers a haunting performance of 'Poor Little Rich Boy' on the 1962 album A Good Year For The Roses. As a defining voice of country music, Jones brings an emotional depth to this ballad that explores themes of wealth and vulnerability. The recording exemplifies his signature style, characterized by a raw vocal delivery and a melancholic tone that resonated deeply with audiences of the era. Released during a period where Jones was solidifying his status as a leading figure in the genre, the track stands as a testament to his ability to convey complex human emotions through his music. The song remains a cherished piece of his discography, often cited for its poignant storytelling and enduring appeal within the country music canon.