Classic Poem

Sung by Mr. Dearl at Finch's Grotto Gardens

When first simple Strephon perceiv'd that his heart,
Was touch'd by young Cupid's invincible dart,
Tho' urg'd by his passion the nymph to pursue,
His courage cou'd only say — how d'ye do .
Observing this freedom not taken amiss,
He ventur'd her lips to salute with a kiss,
Then vow'd that such pleasure before he ne'er knew,
And kiss'd her again, with a — how d'ye do .

Grown bold with success he soon beg'd of the fair,
To take a walk with him — it matters not where,
When some how or other, 'tis certainly true,
He tickled her heart with a — how d'ye do .

Well pleas'd with the frolick they every day,
Pass their time in repeating the amorous play;
But when he's too faint the soft sport to renew,
She archly will cry out — pray how d'ye do?

Take the hint all ye youths who now suffer love's smart,
With courage pursue if you'd gain the nymphs heart,
By sighing and whining you'll ne'er bring them to,
Then briskly advance with a — how d'ye do .