Lyrics:

If I had my way I would not be hereNot for one day, my leaving is clearI've had my share of heartache and painFor happiness I'm searching in vainI've got to get rid of my ball and chainFor all of my life, the times they've been badAnd hard luck and strife, they're all I've ever hadI've had my share of heartache and painFor happiness I'm searching in vainI've got to get rid of my ball and chainI've just got to be freeGod in heaven, help meIf I had my way I would not, would not be hereNo, not for one day, my leaving, my leaving is clearI've had my share of heartache and painFor happiness I'm searching in vainI've got to get rid of my ball and chainHelp me!I've had my share of heartache and painFor happiness I'm searching in vainI've got to get rid of my ball and CHAIN!