I've got this bag over my shoulder, I've got my thumb in the air
I'm on the open road, I'm going who knows where
You know I can't stay to help you cook or keep the apartment neat
I'm leaving all those things behind, yeah, I'm so beat
I packed my bag this morning, I tried to keep it light
But I couldn't leave without my alarm clock and flashlight
A few books and a photo album, so I won't forget the folks I meet
Just like a hobo on a train, yes, yes, I'm so beat
I had to take my contact lenses along with me
I'm in for great adventures and, well, I have to see
I brought some anti-perspirant to help me fight this heat
Shampoo and soap, hand lotion, still -- I'm so beat
I'm taking with me nothing but essentials
It feels so good to set myself so free
Some napkins and some nice eating utensils
A Walkman and a portable TV
I've been standing here five hours, I haven't had one ride
I see a Kwikkie Stop, I think I'll step inside
I pull out a Lincoln, buy a 20-ounce flavored tea
I'm feeling tired on my feet, yeah, I'm so beat
I've got this bag over my shoulder, I've got my thumb in the air
I'm on the open road, I'm going who knows where
You know I can't stay to help you cook or keep the apartment neat
I'm leaving all those things behind, yeah, I'm so beat