So you want to be a rock 'n' roll starthe byrdsso you want to be a rock and roll star?then listen now to what i sayjust get an electric guitarthen take some time and learn how to playand with your hair swung rightand your pants too tightit's gonna be all rightthen it's time to go downtownwhere the agent man won't let you downsell your soul to the companywho are waiting there to sell plastic wareand in a week or twoif you make the chartsthe girls'll tear you apartthe price you paid for your riches and famewas it all a strange game?you're a little insanethe money, the fame, and the public acclaimdon't forget who you areyou're a rock and roll star