From the 1918 musical “Sinbad” Words by Sam Ehrlich Music by Nat Osborne
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Din Din Oh, Gunga Din
You’re a spunky flunky, Gunga Din
You were a wonder amid shot and shell
When they fell you carried water to the boys
Who shouted “Din Din Oh, Gunga Din”
You’re a hero from your toes up to your chin”
But could you live in a “two-by-four” flat?
With a wife who was grouchy and fat?
If you could do that trick without a single kick
You’re a better man than I am, Gunga Din
Chorus
Din Din Oh, Gunga Din
You’re a spunky flunky, Gunga Din
You were a wonder amid shot and shell
When they fell you carried water to the boys
Who shouted “Din Din Oh, Gunga Din”
You’re a hero from your toes up to your chin”
Oh you’re a soldier Din that’s what you are
But supposing your wife declared war?
If you could dodge the cans and all the frying pans
You’re a better man than I am, Gunga Din