| Well, I’ve been called a self-made man
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| Girl, don’t you believe it’s true
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| I know exactly how lucky I am
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| When I’m gettin' this close to you
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| It’s high time I’m giving some praise
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| To those that got me where I am today
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| I got to thank mama for the cookin'
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| Daddy for the whuppin'
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| The Devil for the trouble that I get into
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| I got to give credit when credit is due
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| I thank the bank for the money
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| Thank God for you
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| A strong heart and a willing hand
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| That’s the secret to my success
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| A good woman, I try to be a good man
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| A good job, Lord, I know I’ve been blessed
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| I’m just a part of a greater plan
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| It doesn’t matter which part I am
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| I got to thank mama for the teachin'
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| Daddy for the preachin'
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| The Devil for the trouble that I get into
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| I got to give credit when credit is due
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| I thank the bank for the money
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| And God for you |