HANDS UP
From the Broadway Musical Comedy "The Yankee Girl" (1910)
(Music: J. Fred Helf / Lyrics: Arthur J. Lamb)


Blanche Ring (Broadway Production) - 1910



Jim was crazy over Maisie
Maisie, she liked Jimmie too
But he'd nearly drive her crazy
He wouldn't hug and spoon like lovers do
Ev'rytime they'd get together
He'd sit and talk about the weather

One night while by her side
With fright he nearly died
When Maisie suddenly cried

Put up your right hand, dearie, if you love me
Put up your left hand, honey, if you don't
Put up your right hand, sweetie, if you'll kiss me
Put up your left hand, cutie, if you want me to be your wifey

It's so nice to have a little home pet
A pretty girl to dine or sup
But if you cannot afford to pay a woman's board
Put both hands up



(Contributed by Mel Priddle - November 2018)