Classic Poem

VERSE 1

Lovey Joe, a boy I know, an expert judge of gals,
Was speaking of his lady love, ravin' to his pals.
He said she's called Magnolia and she'd ruin any man,
I just can't describe her, but I'll do the best I can.

REFRAIN 1

Take some honey from the bee,
Mix it up with TNT,
What have you got?
Magnolia.
Clara Bow, ain't she delish,
Season her with Lillian Gish,
What have you got?
Magnolia.
Listen pal, describing that gal is tryin',
When I'm done, it's twenty to one you'll say I'm lying.
Take Cleopatra and Camille,
Add some more sex appeal,
Mix the lot and what have you got?
Magnolia.

VERSE 2

Lovey Joe was all aglow to get that off his chest.
The boys agreed the gal had speed and said
" Let's hear the rest. "
Said Joe, " I really hate to, I'd make you feel too bad,
But while I'm on the subject, there's a few words I might add.

REFRAIN 2

Take your cuties far and near,
Add some Follies atmosphere,
What have you got?
Magnolia.
Juliet and Lulu Belle,
Take 'em both and shake 'em well,
What have you got?
Magnolia.
Man, you know each season they grow more sporty.
Close your eyes and picture the prize of nineteen-forty.
Take Mother Eve in her cute dress,
Think of that and picture less.
Mix the lot and what have you got?
Magnolia. "