Two (C) drummers they were seated, in a grand hotel one (G) day.
While dining they were chatting, in a jolly sort of (C) way.
When a pretty waitress brought them a fancy (C7) tray of (F) food.
They (C) spoke to her familiarly, in a (G) manner rather (C) rude.
At (C) first she did not notice, or make the least re-(G)ply.
But one remark was passed, that brought teardrops to her (C) eyes.
And facing her tormentors, with cheeks now (C7) burning (F) red.
She(C) looked a perfect picture, as a-(G)ppealingly she (C) said,
Chorus:
"My (C) mother was a lady, and yours you will al-(G) low.
And you may have a sister, who needs protection (C) now.
I've come to this great city, to find a (C7) brother (F) dear.
(C) And you’ld dare not insult me, Sir, if (G) Jack were only (C) here."
It’s just one touch of nature, but it makes the whole worlf kin
And every word she uttered seemed to touch their hearts within
They sat there stunned and silent until one cried in shame
Forgive me, miss, I meant no harm, pray tell me what’s your name.
She told him and he cried: I know your brother, too.
Why, we’ve been friends for many years and he often speaks of you
He’ll be so glad to see you and if you’ll only wed
I’ll take you to him as my wife, for I loved you since you’ve said
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