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"How Can a Poor Man Stand Such Times and Live?" is an American folk song originally recorded on December 4, 1929, in New York City. It was written, composed, and performed by Blind Alfred Reed, accompanying himself on the violin. The song tells of hard times during the Great Depression. It is considered an early example of a protest song. In 2020, the song was added to the Grammy Hall of Fame.[1]
- There was once a time when everything was cheap.
- But now prices almost puts a man to sleep.
- When we pay our grocery bill,
- We just feel like making our will.
- Tell me how can a poor man stand such times and live?
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