Sing a LongGreat Lakes Cruising Club

1. Swanee River (C)

ChorusWay down upon the Swanee River, Far, far awayThere’s where my heart is turning ever, That’s where the old folks stay.

All the world is sad and dreary. Ev’rywhere I roam.Old brother how my heart grows weary, Far from the old folks at home.Chorus

All up and down the whole creation, Sadly I roam,Still longing for the old plantation, And for the old folks at home.Chorus

All round the little farm I wandered, When I was young.Then many happy days I squandered, Many the songs I sung.Chorus

One little hut among the bushes, One that I love;Still sadly to my memory rushes, No matter where I rove.Chorus

When will I see the bees a-humming, All round the comb?When will I hear the banjos strumming Down in my good old home?Chorus

2. Shine On Harvest Moon (G)

The night was mighty dark so you could hardly seeThe moon refused to shineCouple sitting underneath the will tree for love they pine.Little maid was sort of ‘fraid of darknessSo she said, I guess I’ll goNow boy began to sign, looked up at the skyAnd told the moon this little tale of woe.

ChorusOh, shine on, shine on, Harvest Moon, up in the sky.I ain’t had no lovin’ since January, February, June or July.Snow time ain’t no time to stay outdoors and spoonSo shine on, shine on, Harvest Moon, For me and my gal.

3. In the Good Old Summertime (G)

In the good old summertime, In the good old summertime.Strolling through the shady lanes With your baby mine.You hold her hand and she hold yours, And that’s a very good signThat she’s your tootsey-wootsey In the good old summertime.

4. Red River Valley (G)

From this valley they say you are going, We will miss your bright eyes and sweet smile,For they say you are taking the sunshine That brightens our pathway a while.

ChorusCome and sit by my side if you love me, Do not hasten to bid me adieu,But remember the Red River Valley And the girl who has loved you so true.

From this valley they say you are going, When you go, may your darling go, too?Would you leave her alone, unprotected, When she love no other but you?Chorus

As you go to your home by the ocean, May you never forget those sweet hours That we spent in the Red River Valley And the love we exchanged ‘mid the flow’rs.Chorus

5. Red River Galley (G)

From this galley you say you are leaving You’re fed up with the pots and the pansAnd the burners that never are working And the food that all comes out of cans

ChorusCome and sit by my side if you love me Do not hasten to bid me adieuJust remember the good times at sea dear even though we both know they are few

Do not grieve while you’re having such fun dear, T’won’t be long till the wind will die downAnd the waves will subside I am sure dear, Then perhaps we can dinghy to townChorus

Clean the boat one more time before going, Swab the deck, oil the teak, wax the hull When you look at all these fun things You’ve been doing, You can see cruising life’s never dull!Chorus

O, please stay till the end of the season, I know I can’t cope if you’re not hereAnd for this more than any other reason, When you’re gone then who’ll fetch my beerChorus

You say your mother is coming to visit, Sleeping up in the V berth with youIf she’s still here three days from tomorrow, I’ll be leaving this boat before you! Chorus

6. On Top Of Old Smoky (C)

On top of old Smoky, all covered with snow, I lost my true lover from courting so slow.Now courting is pleasure, And parting is grief And a false hearted lover is worse than a thief.

Say a thief will just rob you and take what you have But a false hearted lover will lead you to the grave.And the grave will decay you and turn you to dustNot one goy in a hundred a poor girl can trust.

They’ll hug you and kiss you and tell you more liesThan the cross-ties on the railroad or the stars in the skies.So come all you young maidens and listen to meNever place you affection on a green willow tree.

For the leaves they will wither and the roots they will dieYou’ll all be forsaken and never know why.On top of Old Smoky all covered with snowI lost my true lover from courting too slow.

7. Down in the Valley (C)

Down in the valley, valley so low, Hear the wind blow, dear, hear the wind blow,Hang you head over, hear the wind blow

Roses love sunshine, Violets love dew, Know I love you dear, know I love you,Angels in heaven know I love you.

Build me a castle forty feet high As he rides by, dear, as he rides by,So I may see him as he rides by.

8. Sentimental Journey (C)

Gonna take a sentimental journey, Gonna set my heart at ease.Gonna take a sentimental journey To renew old memories,Got my gad, got my reservation, Spent each dime I could afford.Like a child in wild anticipation, Long to hear that “All aboard.”Seven, that’s the time I leave, at seven. I’ll waitin’ up for Heaven,Countin’ every mile of railroad track That takes me back.Don’t know why my heart should be so yearning. Why did I decide to roam?Gonna take a sentimental journey, Sentimental journey – home.

9. Puff (the Magic Dragon) (G)

Puff, the magic dragon, lived by the seaAnd frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called HonaleeLittle Jackie Paper loved that rascal PuffAnd brought him strings & sealing wax & other fancy stuff

ChorusO- Puff, the magic dragon, lived by the seaAnd frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called Honalee

Together they would travel on a boat with billowed sail Jackie kept a lookout perched on Puff’s gigantic tailNoble kings & princes would bow whene’er they camePirate ships would lover their flags when Puff roared out his nameChorus

A dragon lives forever, but not so little boysPained wings & giants’ rings make way for other toysOne gray night it happened, Jackie Paper came no moreAnd Puff that mighty dragon, he ceased his fearless roar

His head was bent in sorrow, green scales fell like rainPuff no longer went to play along the cherry laneWithout his lifelong friend, Puff could not be braveSo Puff that mighty dragon sadly slipped into his cave

10. Carolina In The Morning (C)

Nothing could be finer than to be in Carolina in the morning.Nothing could be sweeter than when I meet her in the morning.Where the morning glories twine around the doorWhispering pretty stories I long to hear once more.

Strolling with my girlie where the dew is pearly, early in the morning.Butterflies all flutter up and kiss each little buttercup at dawning.If I had Aladdin’s lamp for only a day I’d make a wish and here’s what I’d say:Nothing could be finer than to be in Carolina in the morning

11. Wait Till The Sun Shines, Nellie (G)

Wait ‘til the sun shines, Nellie, When the clouds go drifting by.We will be happy, Nellie, Don’t you sigh.Down Lover’s Lane We’ll wander, Sweetheart, you and I.Wail ‘til the sun shines, Nellie, Bye and bye.

12. Jamaica Farewell (C)

Down the way Where the nights are gay And the sun shines daily On the mountain topI took a trip on a sailing shipAnd when I reached Jamaica I made a stop

ChorusWell, I’m sad to say I’m on my way Won’t be back for many a dayMy heart is down My head is turning around I had to leave a little girl in Kingston town

Down at the market you can hear Ladies cry out While on their heads they bearAki rice, salt fish are nice And the rum tastes fine any time of yearChorus

Sounds of laughter everywhere And the dancing girls swing to and froI must declare that my heart is there Though I’ve been from Manitoulin to MexicoChorus

13. Bye, Bye Blues (D)

Bye, Bye, Blues, Bye, Bye, Blues.Bells ring, birds sing, sun is shiningNo more pining Just we two, smiling ghruDon’t sigh, don’t cry, Bye, Bye, Blues.

14. Bye Bye Boat (D)

There goes my sail boat Driftin’ down the bayIt dragged its anchor While I was awayI set one anchor What a fool I’ve beenThat darned old Danforth Let me down again

ChorusBye bye boat Bye bye sea-sicknessNow it will cost me less I don’t think I’m gonna cryBye bye boat Bye bye unwanted guestsNow there’s a lot less stress Don’t think I’m gonna cry

The windbuggers broken And my engine won’t runI’m sitting here cussing This sure ain’t funBut now I’m leaving This junk for good I’m through with boatin’ Should be understoodChorus

I’m through with cruisin’ I’m through with boatsI’m through with dodgin’ Everything that floatsAnd here’s the reason That I’m so freeThat damned old sailboat Floated way from me.Chorus

15. When The Saints Go Marching In (C)

O when the Saints go marching in O when the Saints go marching inO Lord I want to be in that number When the Saints go marching in

And when the sun refused to shine And when the sun refused to shineO Lord I want to be in that number When the Saints go marching in

When the moon turns red with blood When the moon turns red with bloodO Lord I want to be in that number When the Saints go marching in

On that hallelujah day On that hallelujah dayO Lord I want to be in that number When the Saints go marching in

O when the sounds the call O when the sounds the callO Lord I want to be in that number When the Saints go marching in

16. Cape Cod Girls (C)

O, Cape Cod girls don’t use no combs, Haul away, Haul away!They comb their hair with cod fish bones. Haul away, Haul away!

ChorusHeave he up my bully, bully boys! Haul away, Haul away!Heave her up, and don’t you make a noise, For we’re bound away for Australia

O, Cape Cod boys they have no sleds, Haul away, Haul away!They slide down hill on cod fish heads, Haul away, Haul away!Chorus

O, Cape Cod cats they have no tails, Haul away, Haul away!They lost em all in North East Gales. Haul away, Haul away!Chorus

And Cape Cad ladies don’t have no frills, Haul away, Haul away!They’re plain and skinny as cad fish gills, Haul away, Haul away!Chorus

17. You Are My Sunshine (C)

You are my sunshine, my only sunshine, You make me happy when skies are grey.You’ll never know, dear, how much I love you. Please don’t take my sunshine away.The other night, dear, as I lay sleeping I dreamed I held you in my arms,But when I awoke, dear, I was mistaken, And I hung my head and cried.

18. You Are My Danforth (C)

ChorusYou are my Danforth, my only Danforth You hold me fast when skies are grey You’ll never know Dan How much I trust you Please don’t let my boat drift away

The other night Dan, as I lay sleeping I felt the boat begin to pitchWhen I awake Dan My boat was dragging Now I’m up here without a stitchChorus

My courage flagging My bare butt wagging As we slipped sideways down the bayI heard some fussing’ And tons of cussing’ As you ripped other anchors awayChorus

I hit the cockpit and fired the engine And pushed the throttle full aheadThe anchor rope, Dan, is in the prop now In the morning my face was all red. And there’s nothing more to be said!

19. Let Me Call You Sweetheart (G)

Let me call you Sweetheart I’m in love with you.Let me hear you whisper That you live me too.Keep the love-light glowing In your eyes so true.Let me call you Sweetheart I’m in love with you.

20. Show Me The Way To Go Home (C)

Show me the way to go home, I’ tired and I want to go to bed.I had a little drink about an hour ago And it went right to my head.Wherever I may roam, On land, or sea, or foam,You can always hear me singing this song, Show me the way to go home.

21. Drunken Sailor (Am)

ChorusWhat shall we do with the drunken sailor? What shall we do with drunken sailor?What shall we do with the drunken sailor? Early in the morningHooray, up she rises Hooray, up she rises Hooray, up she rises Early in the morning

Put him in the long boat til he’s sober (3x)/Early .. ChorusPull out the plug & wet him all over (3x)/Early .. ChorusPut him in the bilge & make him drink it (3x)/Early .. ChorusPut him in a leaky boat & make him bale her (3x)/Early .. ChorusTie him to the scuppers with hose pipe on him (3x)/Early .. ChorusShave his belly with a rusty razor (3x)/Early .. ChorusTie him to the topmast while she’s yardarm under (3x)/Early .. ChorusHeave him by the leg in a runnin’ bowline (3x)/Early .. ChorusKeel haul him til he’s sober (3x)/Early .. ChorusThat’s what we do with the drunken sailor! (3x)/Early .. Chorus

22. King Of The Road (G)

“Trailer for sale or rent – rooms to let: 50 centsNo phone, no pool, no pets” – I ain’t got no cigarettesAh but, two hours of pushing broom byes an 8 by 12 four-bit roomI’m a man of means by no means, King of the road

Third boxcar, midnight train – destination: Bangor, MaineOld worn out suit & shoes, I don’t pay no union duesI smoke old stogies I have found, short but not too big around I’m a man of means by no means, King of the road

I know every engineer on every trainAll of the children & all of their namesAnd every handout in every townAnd ev’ry lock that ain’t locked when no one’s round

23. Morning Has Broken (G)

Morning has broken like the first morning Blackbird has spoken like the first birdPraise for the singing, praise for the morning Praise for the springing fresh from the Word

Sweet the rain’s new fall sunlit from heaven Like the first dew fall on the first grassPraise for the sweetness of the wet garden Sprung in completeness where his feet pass

Mine is the sunlight, mine is the morning Born of the one light Eden saw playPraise with elation, praise every morning God’s re-creation of the new day

24. Yellow Submarine (C)

In the town where I was born lived a man who sailed the seaAnd he told us of his life in the land of submarines

So we sailed up to the sun til we found the sea of greenAnd we lived beneath the waves in our yellow submarine

ChorusWe all lived in a yellow submarine A yellow submarine, a yellow submarineWe all lived in a yellow submarine A yellow submarine, a yellow submarine

And our friends are all aboard, many more of them live next doorAnd the band begins to play: (make band noises together)Chorus

As we live the life of ease, everyone of us has all we needSky of blue & sea of green in our yellow submarineChorus

25. This Land Is Your Land (G)ChorusThis land is your land This land is my land From California to the New York Island, From the redwood forest to the gulf-stream watersThis land was made for you and me.

Alternate ChorusThis land is your land This land is my land From Grand Bahama to Andros Island From Mayaguana To great Ina-Gooo-Ah This land was made for you and me

I’ve sailed on port tack I’ve sailed on starboard I’ve run aground Coming into harborI’ve blown my sails out I’ve dragged my anchor This land is made for you and meChorus

Coast guard boarded Without permission D.E.A. bugged me when I’m fishin’Defense Force counted My ammunition This land was made for you and meChorus

I’ve sailed to Georgetown And dropped my anchor With the friendly fold there In Red Shanks harborWe partied daily On the beach at sundown This land was made for you and meChorus

26. Blowin’ In The Wind (C)

How many roads must a man walk down Before you call him a man?Yes & how many seas must a white dove sail Before she sleeps in the sand?Yes & how many times must the cannonballs fly Before they’re forever bannedThe answer, my friend, is blowin’ in the wind The answer is blowin’ in the wind

How many times must a man look up Before he can see the sky?Yes & how many ears must one man have Before he can hear people cry?Yes & how many deaths will it take til he knows That too many people have died?The answer, my friend, is blowin’ in the wind The answer is blowin’ in the wind

How many years can a mountain exist Before it’s washed to the sea?Yes& how many years can some people exist Before they’re allowed to be free?Yes & how many times can a man turn his head Pretending he just doesn’t see?The answer, my friend, is blowin’ in the wind The answer is blowin’ in the wind

27. Michael, Row The Boat Ashore (C)

ChorusMichael, row the boat ashore, Alleluia, Michael, row the boat ashore, Alleluia.

Michael’s boat is a music boat, Alleluia, Michael’s boat is a music boat, Alleluia.Chorus

Sister help to trim the sail, Alleluia, Sister help to trim the sail, Alleluia.Chorus

Jordan’s River is deep and wide, Alleluia, Milk and honey on the other side, Alleluia.Chorus

Jordan’s River is chilly and cold, Alleluia, Jordan’s Chills the body but not the soul, Alleluia.Chorus

28. Down in the Galley (C)

Down in the galley The galley below I’m stuck here cookin’ For my old man, JoeJoe’s in the cockpit He’s taking his nap That nap number two There’s three after thatMy in-laws are coming They’re coming tonight They’d be here already

But they missed their flightTheir taxi is waiting Meter’s ticking away I know when they get here They’ll want us to payHis mother is bitching ‘bout the long dinghy ride Her butt got all wet while Hangin’ o’v’ sideThey’ve used up the water They’ve taken our bed They’ve broken the outboard

And clogged up the headWe’ve got no more clean towels They use three a day They oil up their bodies

On the settees they layTomorrow they’re leaving They’ve had lots of fun Our boat is a mess now

And we’re out of rumNow they are all gone dear Leaving marital strife And six bags of laundry

Well that’s cruising life

29. My Wild Irish Rose (G)

My wild Irish rose, The sweetest flower that grows.You may search everywhere, But none can compare,With my wild Irish rose.My wild Irish rose, The dearest flower that grows. And someday for my sake She may let me take The bloom from my wild Irish rose.

30. When Irish Eyes Are Smiling (C)

When Irish eyes are smiling, Sure it’s like a morn is Spring.In the lilt of Irish laughter You can hear the angels sing.When Irish hearts are happy, All the world seems bright and gay.And when Irish eyes are smiling Sure they steal you heart away.

31. On the Boat Again (C)

On the boat again Just can’t wait to get On the boat againLife is cruising with my friends Just can’t wait To get on the boat again

On the boat again Going places we have never been Meeting folks We hope we’ll meet again And I just can’t wait To get on the boat again

On the boat again Like a flock of snowbirds We go down the waterway, We’re the best of friends Just hoping that the weather Stays good all dayBecause all day We’ll be on the boat again,Just cruising with my friends again, Going places we’ve been beforeLife is good when I’m On the boat again

32. There Is A Tavern In The Town (C)

There is a tavern in the town, in the townAnd there my true love sits him down, sits him downAnd drinks his wine ‘mid laughter free And never, never thinks of me

Fare thee well, for I must leave thee, do not let this parting grieve theeFor remember that the best of friends must part, must partAdieu, adieu, kind friends, adieu, yes adieuI can no longer stay with you, stay with youI’ll hang my harp on a weeping willow tree And may the world go well with thee

He left me for a damsel dark, damsel darkEach Friday night they used to spark, used to sparkAnd now my love once true to me Takes that dark damsel on he kneeO dig my grave both wide & deep, wide & deep Put tombstones at my head & feet, my head & feetAnd on my breat carve a turtle dove To signify I died of love

33. By The Light Of The Silvery Moon (G)

By the light of the Silvery Moon I want to spoon, to my honey I’ll croon love’s tune.Honey moon, keep shining in June. Your silvery beams will bring love dreams We’ll be cuddling soon, By the light of the moon.

34. Blow The Man Down (G)

ChorusOh blow the man down bullies, Blow the man down,To me way! Hey! Blow the man down,Oh, blow the man down, bullies, Blow him away,Give me some time to blow the man down.

As I was a-walkin’ down Paradise Street, To me way! Hey! Blow the man down!A pretty young damsel I chanced for to meet, Give some time to blow the man down.Chorus

She hailed me with her flipper, I took her in tow To me way! Hey! Blow the man down!Yard-arm to yard-arm away we did go, Give me some time to blow the man down.Chorus

As soon as that Packet was clear of the bar, To me way! Hey! Blow the man down!The mate knocked me down with the end of a spar, Give me some time to blow the man down.Chorus

It’s yard-arm to yard-arm away you will sprawl, Way! Hey! Blow the man down!For kicking Jack Rogers commands the Black Ball Give me some time to blow the man down.Chorus

35. Don’t You Yell (C)

Oh the wind was fresh And the sails were setAnd we were reaching free; I knew we could beat the entire fleetThe day we left SARNIE; So I turned to the crew as the west wind blewAnd say “HARD-A-LEE”; And the first mate turned and her short fuse burnedAnd she roared (women sing)“DON’T YOU YELL AT ME”

Chorus (women sing)Don’t you yell at me Don’t you yell at me My feet are wet and don’t you forgetYou said we’d anchor by threeWhen the day began you said “Mary Ann We’ll have such fun you’ll see”But I’m tired and beat, so kiss my cleat and DON’T YOU YELL AT ME!!!

(men sing)On a northern run Up the Lake Huron Had an iron grip on the wheel I knew in my heartFrom the very start We’d soon be in Presque Isle When along came a gustAnd I said she must Set the main sheet free With the line in her fistShe turned and hissed (women sing)“DON’T YOU YELL AT ME”Chorus

(men sing)Oh the rail went down With an awful sound And the water licked our kneesFrom the cockpit sole to the whisker pole We were pounded by the seasIn my throat was a lump As I manned the pump I said “SET THE MAIN SHEET FREE”She turned with a stare That curled my hair and said (pause)(women) “WHAT THE HELL’S A MAIN SHEET?”Chorus (all sing)

36. Moonlight Bay (G)

We were sailing along on Moonlight Bay;We could hear the voices ringing, they seemed to say“You have stolen my heart, now don’t you ‘way.”As we sang love’s old sweet song On Moonlight Bay.

37. Shenandoah (C)

Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you, Away, you rolling river.Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you, Away, I’m bound away, ‘Cross the wide Missouri.

O, Shenandoah, I love your daughter, Away, you rolling river.O, Shenandoah, I love your daughter, Away, we’re bound away, ‘Cross the wide Missouri.

O, Shenandoah, I long to see you, Away you rolling river.O, Shenandoah, I’ll not deceive you, Away, we’re bound away, ‘Cross the wide Missouri.

38. Take Me Home, Country Roads (F)

Almost heaven, West Virginia Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah RiverLife is old there, older than the trees Younger than the mountain, growing like a breeze

ChorusCountry roads, take me home To the place I belongWest Virginia, Mountain Mama Take me home, country roads

All my memories, gather round her Miner’s lady, stranger to blue waterDark & dusty, painted in the sky Misty taste of moonshine, teardrop in my eyesChorus

I hear he voice, in the morning hours she calls me Radio reminds me of my home far awayDrivin’ down the road, I get a feelin’ that I should have Been home yesterday, yesterdayChorus

39. Bill Bailey (D)

Won’t you come home, Bill Bailey? Won’t you come home? She moans the whole day long.I’ll do the cookin’, Honey, I’ll pay the rent I know I’ve done you wrong.Remember that rainy evenin’, I drove you out With nothin’ but a fine tooth comb. I know I’m to blame, well ain’t that a shame Bill Bailey, won’t you please come home.

40. The Star-Spangled Banner

Oh say, can you see by the dawn’s early light,What so proudly we hailed at the twilight’s last gleaming.Whose broad strips and bright stars, through the perilous flight,O’er the ramparts we watched were so gallantly streaming.And the rockets red glare, The bombs bursting in air,Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there.Oh say, does that Star Spangled Banner yet wave,O’er the land of the free and home of the brave.

41. O Canada

O Canada! Our home and native land,True patriot love in all they sons command.With glowing hearts we see thee rise,The true North strong and free, from far and wide.O Canada, We stand on guard for thee.God keep our land glorious and free!O Canada, We stand on guard for thee,O Canada! We stand on guard for thee.

42. I Want A Girl

I want a girl, just like the girl that married dear old dad.She was a pearl and the only girl that Daddy ever had.A good old-fashioned girl with heart so trueOn who loves nobody else but you,I want a girl, just like the girl that married dear old Dad

43. Anything

Anytime, that you are lonelyAnytime, that you are blueAnytime, you feel downheartedThat will prove my love is true.Anytime you’re thinking of meThat’s the time I’ll be thinking of youSo anytime you think you want me back againThat’s the time I’ll come right back to you.

44. Help Me Make It Through The Night

Take the ribbon from your hair, Shake it loose and let it fall.Layin’ soft upon my skin, Like the shadows on the wall.

ChorusI don’t care who’s right or wrong, I don’t try to understand.Let the devil take tomorrow, Lord, tonight I need a friend.

Come and lay down by my side Till the early mornin’ light,All I’m takin’ is your time Help me make it thru the night.Chorus

Yesterday is dead and gone And tomorrow’s out of sight,And it’s sad to be alone, Help me make it thru the night.Chorus

End:I don’t want to be alone, Help me make it through the night.

45. Five Foot Two

Five foot two, eyes of blue, but oh what those five foot could doHas anybody seen my girl?Turned up nose, turned down hose Never had no other beausHas anybody seen my girl?Now is you run into a five foot tow All covered with fur,Diamond rings and all those thingsBetcha life it isn’t her.But could she love, could she woo Could she, could she, cold she cooHas anybody seen my girl?

46. I’m Looking Over A Four Leaf Clover

I’m looking over a four leaf clover that I overlooked before.One leaf is sunshine, the second is rainThird is the roses that grow in the lane.No need explaining the one remaining is somebody I adore.I’m looking over a four leaf clover that I overlooked before.

47. For The Good Times

Don’t look so sad; I know it’s over;But life goes on and this old world will keep on turning.Let’s just be glad we had some time to spend together.There’s no need to watch the bridges that we’re burning.

ChorusLay your head upon my pillow.Hold your warm and tender body close to mine.Hear the whisper of the raindrops blowing soft against the windowAnd make believe you love me one more time,For the good times.

I’ll get along; you’ll find another.And I’ll be here if you should find you ever need me.Don’t say a word about tomorrow or forever.There’ll be time enough for sadness when you leave me.Chorus

48. Whiffenpoof Song

To the tables down at Mory’s To the place where Louie dwells,To the dear old Temple Bar we love so well, Where the Whiffenpoofs assembleWith their glasses raised on high And the magic of their sining casts a spell,Yes, the magic of their singin’ Of the songs we know so well,“Shall I Wake Thee” and “Mauvoreen” and the rest. We will serenade our Louie While heart and voice will lastAnd will pass and be forgotten with the rest.We are little black sheep that have gone astray Baa, baa, baaGentlemen songsters out on a spree Doomed from here to eternity.Lord, have mercy on such as we Baa, baa, baa.

49. I’m Forever Blowing Bubbles

I’m forever blowing bubbles, Pretty bubbles in the air.They fly so high Nearly reach the skyThen like my dreams They fade and die.Fortune’s always hiding, I’ve looked everywhere,I’m forever blowing bubbles, Pretty bubbles in the air.

50. I Had A Dream, Dear

I had a dream, dear; you had one tooMine was the best dream because it was of you.Come, sweetheart, tell me, now is the timeYou tell me your dream And I’ll tell you mine.

51. Tie A Yellow Ribbon

I’m comin’ home, I’ve done time,Now I’ve got to know what is and isn’t mine.If you received my letter tellin’ you I’d soon be freeThen you’ll know just what to do if you still want me,If you still want me.Tie a yellow ribbon ‘round the old oak tree.It’s been three long years. Do ya still want me?If I don’t see a ribbon ‘round the old oak treeI’ll stay on the bus, forget about us,Put the blame on meIf I don’t see a yellow ribbon ‘round the old oak tree.

52. Bye, Bye Blackbird

Pack up all your cares and woe, Here I go, singing low,Bye, bye, blackbird.Where somebody waits for me, Sugar’s sweet, so is she,Bye, bye, blackbird.No one here can love and understand me.Oh what hard luck stories they all hand me.Make my bed and light the light; I’ll arrive late tonight,Blackbird, bye, bye.

53. When You’re Smiling

When you’re smiling, when you’r smilingThe whole world smiles with you.When you’re laughing, when you’re laughingThe sun comes shining through.But when you’re crying you bring on the rainSo stop your signing, be happy again.Keep on smiling ‘cause when you’re smilingThe whole would smiles with you.

54. Tiny Bubbles

ChorusTiny bubbles in the wine Makes me feel happy, Makes me feel fine.Tiny bubbles makes me warm all over, With a feeling that you’re gonna love meTill the end of time.

So here’s to the golden sun, And here’s to the silver sea,And mostly here’s to you and me.Chorus

55. Hello, Dolly!

Hello, Dolly, Well, hello, Dolly.It’s so nice to have you back where you belong.You’re looking swell, Dolly, we can tell, Dolly.You’re still glowin’, you’re still crowin’,You’re still goin’ strong.We feel the room swaying, for the bands playin’One of your old favorite songs from ‘way back when.So take her wrap, fellas,Find her an empty lap, fellas.Dolly’ll never go away, Dolly’ll never go away,Dolly’ll never go away again!

56. Just In Time

Just in time, I found you just in timeBefore you came my time was running low.I was lost, the losing dice were tossed,My bridges all were crossed, nowhere to go.Now you’re here and now I know just where I’m going.No more doubt or fear, I’ve found my way.For love come just in time. You found me just in time,And changed my lonely life that lovely day.

57. Back Home Again John DenverThere’s a storm across the valley……Clouds are rollin’ inThe afternoon is heavy on your shouldersThere’s a truck out on the four lane a mile or more awayThe whinin’ of his wheels just makes it colderHe’s an hour away from ridin’on your prayers up in the skyAnd ten days on the road are barely goneThere’s a fire softly burning…..Supper’s on the stoveBut it’s the light in your eyes that makes him warm.ChorusHey, it’s good to be back home againSometimes this old farm feels like a long-lost friendYes ‘n’ hey, it’s good to be back home again.

There’s all the news to tell him; how’d you spend your time? And what’s the Latest thing the neighbors say?And your mother called last Friday: “Sunshine” made her cryAnd you felt the baby move just yesterday. (chorus)

And oh, the time that I can lay this tired old body downand feel your fingers feather-soft upon meThe kisses that I live for……..The lovethat lights my wayThe happiness that livin’ with you brings me. (chorus)

It’s the sweetest thing I know of, just spendin’ time with you……It’s the little things that make a house a home……..Like a fire softly burning and super on the stoveAnd the light in your eyes that makes me warm. (chorus)

58. Sloop John B

We come on the Sloop John B, my grandfather and me. Around Nassau town we did roam,Drinking all night, Got into a fight, Well I feel so break up, I wanta go home.

ChorusSo hoist up the John B sail, see how the mains’l sets,Gall for the captain ashore, let me go home.Let me go home, I wanta go home, Well I feel so break up, I wanta go home.

First Mate, he got drunk, broke up the people’s trunk, Constable had to come and take him away.Sheriff John Stone, why don’t you leave me alone? Well I feel so break up, I wanta go home.Chorus

The poor cook he caught the fits, threw away all of my grits, Then he took and ate up all of my corn.Let me go home, I wanta go home, This is the worst trip I’ve ever been on.Chorus

59. Ballad of Sarah

Sarah, Sarah, sittin’ in a shoe shine shopSarah, Sarah, sittin’ in a shoe shine shopAll day long she sits and shinesAll day long she shines and sitsSarah, Sarah, sittin’ in a shoe shine shop

Sarah, Sarah, sittin’ in a cabaretSarah, Sarah, sittin’ in a cabaretAll day long she sips her SchlitzAll day long her Schlitz she sipsSarah, Sarah, sittin’ in a cabaret

Sarah, Sarah, sittin’ in a ChevroletSarah, Sarah, sittin’ in a ChevroletAll day long she sits and shiftsAll day long she shifts and sitsSarah, Sarah, sittin’ in a Chevrolet

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43. Anything57. Back Home Again 59. Ballad of Sarah 39. Bill Bailey26. Blowin’ In The Wind34. Blow The Man Down52. Bye, Bye Blackbird13. Bye, Bye Blues14. Bye Bye Boat33. By The Light Of The Silvery Moon16. Cape Cod Girls10. Carolina In The Morning35. Don’t You Yell28. Down in the Galley7. Down in the Valley21. Drunken Sailor45. Five Foot Two47. For The Good Times 55. Hello, Dolly!44. Help Me Make It Through The Night50. I Had A Dream, Dear49. I’m Forever Blowing Bubbles46. I’m Looking Over A Four Leaf Clover3. In the Good Old Summertime42. I Want A Girl12. Jamaica Farewell56. Just In Time22. King Of The Road19. Let Me Call You Sweetheart27. Michael, Row The Boat Ashore36. Moonlight Bay23. Morning Has Broken41. O Canada31. On the Boat Again6. On Top Of Old Smoky9. Puff (the Magic Dragon)5. Red River Galley29. My Wild Irish Rose4. Red River Valley8. Sentimental Journey37. Shenandoah2. Shine On Harvest Moon20. Show Me The Way To Go Home58. Sloop John B1. Swanee River38. Take Me Home, Country Roads

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32. There Is A Tavern In The Town40. The Star-Spangled Banner25. This Land Is Your Land51. Tie A Yellow Ribbon54. Tiny Bubbles11. Wait Till The Sun Shines, Nellie30. When Irish Eyes Are Smiling15. When The Saints Go Marching In53. When You’re Smiling48. Whiffenpoof Song24. Yellow Submarine17. You Are My Sunshine18. You Are My Danforth