From the 1911 musical “Jumping Jupiter”
Words by Richard Carle
Music by Karl Hoschna
The sheet music:
Accompaniment by James Pitt-Payne:
Lyrics
1. Many, many times in fancy
I saw an ideal maid
That I’d never meet this maiden shy
I was quite afraid
Other girls looked pretty and alluring
Truly I confess
But only one could make my love enduring
Won’t you try to guess?
Refrain:
Little girl, I love you, little girl be mine
Happiness I promise, ever shall be thine
Little girl I love you
Steadfastly and true
Will you be my little wife, dear?
I love only you
2. If I should decide to answer, “Yes”
Would I e’er regret?
Surely you would never dare profess
Love and then forget
When we both grow just a little older
And I take your name
Are you sure your love will not grow colder?
While you be the same?
Refrain:
Little girl, I love you, little girl be mine
Happiness I promise, ever shall be thine
Little girl I love you
Steadfastly and true
I will be your little wife, dear?
I love only you