I know when I've done wrong, but there are some Who never have such trouble with their fun, They never have the blues, There's a magic word they use: That's the way business is done. I know when I've done mischief to my friends, I can evaluate the means and ends, But there are those who say, When thinking comes their way: Stockholders have to have their dividends. I know when I've done wrong, that's why I'm gray, But knowing doesn't help me change my way, I'll have to memorize That formula so wise: The market's going higher every day. I know when I've done wrong, but there are some Who never have such trouble with their fun, They never have the blues, There's a magic word they use: That's the way business is done.