That’s how the old folks used to do   That’s how the old folks used to do   Killing spare time with a hook and a capital K   But should you have it your way   That’s how the old folks used to do   That’s how the old folks used to do   That’s how the old folks used to do   That’s how the old folks used to do   Killing spare time with a hook and a capital K   But you could have it your way   When I met you father he said girl you’re a lush   You better keep you nose clean, better keep in touch   That is he said to me all the things we do remind him of when he was younger than us   But if you just grow up we would be so proud of you   Why don’t you get a real job and cut your hair too   Trade in that nasty shirt for a three quarter blouse and iron it twice a day   He said   That’s how the old folks used to do   That’s how the old folks used to do   Killing spare time with a hook and a capital K   But should you have it your way