Oh, it takes a lot of money   To treat my little honey like I want to   Yes, it takes a lot of money   To treat my little honey like I want to      I'd have to be a movie star and drive a big, big Cadillac car   And have a pocketful of money   To treat my little honey like I want to      Oh, I'm so in love with you, honey   But I think your count sure runs thin   And every time I get a little money the prices get out again   Oh, it takes a lot of money [unverified]      Oh, these worn out clothes I'm wearin'   They sure are an awful sight   If it wasn't for these bills I'm payin'   I'd be with you every night      Oh, it takes a lot of money [unverified]   Yes, it takes a lot of money   To treat my little honey like I want to