From the film musical “ANNIE GET YOUR GUN,” 1950. Words and Music by Irving Berlin. Copyright ©12 Apr 1946.
Sheet Music
Lyrics
I’ve had my way with so many girls
And it was lots of fun
My system was to know many girls
‘Twould keep me safe from one
I find it can’t be done
Refrain
My defenses are down
She’s broken my resistance
And I don’t know where I am
I went into the fight like a lion
But I came out like a lamb
My defenses are down
She’s got me where she wants me
And I can’t escape no how
I could speak to my heart when it weakened
But my heart won’t listen now
Like a toothless, clawless tiger
Like an organ grinder’s bear
Like a knight without his armor
Like Samson without his hair
My defenses are down
I might as well surrender
For the battle can’t be won
But I must confess that I like it
So there’s nothing to be done
Yes, I must confess that I like it
Being mis’rable is gonna be fun