Contender Has Been

I could have been a Contender But found out at the 11th hour That talent is nothing without heart and dedication That I why no 1 knows my story Except willing Bar Tenders Who listen for tips and favor's And to make the day go quicker But even they get bored Listening to the same old stories Regaled over and over again Hey but that's my party trick And to it ill have to stick Because nothing new happens to a drunk at a bar Its all about the past And trying to forget the future Once a contender Now a has - been