Now kid, I know I can And stick up for yourself, son Stick up for yourself, son Stick up for yourself, son Stick up for yourself, son Oh Max Schmeling was a formidable foe At least that's what I'm told Can't hide Stick up for yourself, son Stick up for yourself, son Now, the world can be an unfair place at times But your lows will have their complement of highs And if anyone should cheat you Take advantage of, or beat you Raise your head Stick up for yourself, son Stick up for yourself, son Stick up for yourself, son