Well I've been called a self-made man

Girl don't you believe it's true

I know exactly how lucky I am

When I'm gettin' this close to you

It's high time I'm giving some praise

To those that got me where I am today



I got to thank mama for the cookin'

Daddy for the whuppin'

The devil for the trouble that I get into

I go to give credit when credit is due

I thank the bank for the money

Thank God for you



A strong heart and a willing hand

That's the secret to my success

A good women...I try to be a good man



A good job Lord I know I've been blessed

I'm just a part of a greater plan

It doesn't matter which part I am



I got to thank mama for the cookin'

Daddy for the whuppin'

The devil for the trouble that I get into

I go to give credit when credit is due

I thank the bank for the money

Thank God for you



Daddy for the preachin'

The devil for the trouble that I get into

I got to give credit when credit is due

I thank the bank for the money

And God for you