And you're working for no one but me 'Cause I'm the taxman Yeah, I'm the taxman
Let me tell you how it will be There's one for you, nineteen for me
'Cause I'm the taxman Yeah, I'm the taxman
Should five per cent appear too small Be thankful I don't take it all
'Cause I'm the taxman Yeah, I'm the taxman
If you drive a car, I'll tax the street If you try to sit, I'll tax your seat If you get too cold, I'll tax the heat If you take a walk, I'll tax your feet Taxman
And you're working for no one but me
'Cause I'm the taxman Yeah, I'm the taxman
Don't ask me what I want it for (Taxman, Mr. Wilson) If you don't want to pay some more (Taxman, Mr. Heath) 'Cause I'm the taxman Yeah, I'm the taxman
Now my advice for those who die Declare the pennies on your eyes
'Cause I'm the taxman Yeah, I'm the taxman
If you drive a car, I'll tax the street If you try to sit, I'll tax your seat If you get too cold, I'll tax the heat If you take a walk, I'll tax your feet Taxman