verse 1
C F C
I walked into this bar room, with my pipes as dry as chalk
Am G7
I bought myself a beer and then I had to take a walk
C F C
While I was gone some no good John had drank up my last dime
F C G7 C
I never thought a man could stoop to such a petty crime
C F C
Who drank my beer while I was in the rear?
G7
Someone took over, while I wasn’t here
C F
My glass was full and foamy now it’s deader than salomi
C F G7 C
Who drank my beer while I was in the rear?
verse 2
C F C
Don’t let me leave this joint with only malice in my heart
Am G7
If there’s a man among you boys it’s time to act the part
C F C
The day is hot, I’m thirsty and believe me it’s no joke
F C G7 C
If I don’t wet my tonsils soon, I know I’m gonna choke
C F C
Who drank my beer while I was in the rear?
G7
Someone took over while I wasn't here
C F
Such cheapness calls for action, I'm demanding satisfaction
C F G7 C
Who drank my beer while I was in the rear?
verse 3
C F C
As far back as my memory goes I've been a friend of man
Am G7
When one was down I always tried to lend a helping hand
C F C
Perhaps some friend with good intent will do the same for me
F C G7 C
Replace my beer and then I’ll trust and love humanity
C F C
Who drank my beer while I was in the rear?
G7
Someone took over while I wasn’t here
C F
It’s terrible, it’s awful, it’s not legal, it’s unlawful
C F G7 C
Who drank my beer while I was in the rear?
End, slowly
C F G7 C
Who drank my beer while I was in the rear?