A popular song from 1916
Words by Alex Gerber
Music by Albert Von Tilzer
The sheet music:
Accompaniment by Gerd Westendorp:
Lyrics
- Come over here, my son, said dear old Dad
You’re old enough to know a thing or two
I want you to know just what is good and bad
So I’ll explain the difference to you
Remember you’ll need this good advice some day
For each word comes right from my heart
There are many dangers that will come your way
So I want to warn you from the start
Chorus:
Keep away from the “gals”
And those “good fellow” pals
As long as you’ve got money they’ll be true
Treat everyone fair, always be on the square
And everybody, everywhere will welcome you
Settle down for life with a good little wife
Remember that’s the day you’ll always bless
You’ll find sunshine and flowers
And many happy hours
On the road to Happiness
- Just think this over, son, and don’t forget
That what our daddy tells you now is true
Just do as I say and you will ne’er regret
And “good luck” sure will always follow you
I’m telling you now just what is right and wrong
I’m showing to you the “Golden way”
Take the road that’s straight
Then travel right along
You’ll be happy ’till you’re old and gray
Sung by Vancha March: