1. Early in the evening just about suppertime Over by the courthouse they're starting to unwind Poor kids on the corner trying to break it up Willy picks a tune out he knows they're gonna start R: Down on the Corner out in the street Willy and the poor boys are playing bring a nickel tap your feet 2. Johnny hits the washboard people just gotta smile Robby thumbs a gut bass and solos for awhile Poor boy playing rhythm on his Kalamazoo Willy goes into a dance a doubles on Kazoo R: Down on the Corner... (3x) 3. You dont need a penny just to hang around But if you got a nickel won't you lay your money down Over on the corner there's a happy noise People come from all around to watch the magic boys R: Down on the Corner... (5x)