There’s a legend of a man who wrestled women big and small
In Memphis, they wanted to see him stapled to a wall
He came to them from Hollywood where he was a star and admired
It got ugly for ol’ Andy Kaufman when The King had him Pile-drivered

Well, that poor young Andy sure made those people mad
He would call them ignorant slobs and confuse their Moms for Dads
He would teach them about hygiene. He said “Soap is easy to apply
Just run the bar under some hot water and you could be a clean guy”

The situation down in Memphis kinda got outta hand
Kaufman met The King on Letterman to settle this feud like a man
Tempers flared that evening and the conversation grew physical
And wouldn’t ya know. For years, people would pay to watch their musical

And Andy would sing

I’m The King
I’m The King
I’m The New King of Memphis Tennessee
I knocked out Lawler flat, last week
Oh, I’m The King
I’m The King
I’m The King of Memphis Tennessee
I’m from Hollywood – I’m a star
I’m from Hollywood, California
I make movies and TV shows
In Hollywood, California

Would you believe me if I told you this was a story of teamwork and trust
About a common love for something but you can argue if you must
However, it’s compelling and nothing too complex
Andy played a heel on TV but he never cashed them wrestlin’ checks