I’m Afraid, Pretty Maid, I’m Afraid (IRVING BERLIN-1912)

A popular song from 1912. Words and Music by Irving Berlin. Cover Art by Gene Buck. Copyright ©6 Feb 1912. Sheet Music from the collection of Michael Deatz.

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Lyrics

Chorus:
I’d like to take you walking
But I’m afraid, pretty maid, I’m afraid
What’s the good of talking
When I’m afraid, pretty maid, I’m afraid
I’m married now and my walking days are done
My wife’s right hand weighs a half a ton
Gee! I’d like to have a little bit of fun
But I’m afraid, pretty maid, I’m afraid

Chorus:
I’d like to take you walking
But I’m afraid, pretty maid, I’m afraid
What’s the good of talking
When I’m afraid, pretty maid, I’m afraid
My wife believes that a woman shouldn’t talk
Only with a poker or a fork
Gee! I’d like to take you for a walk
But I’m afraid, pretty maid, I’m afraid

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