ROLL UP THE CARPET
(Al Goodhart (m) Al Hoffman (m) Raymond Klages (l) 1933)

as recorded by
Ray Noble & his New Mayfair Dance Orchestra
(vocal - Al Bowlly)
July 12th 1933


Roll up the carpet, push back the chairs,
Get some music on the radio.
Don't mind the neighbours who live downstairs,
They went out to see a show.

Roll up the carpet, push back the chairs,
Then be sure that all the lights are low.
Dance with a girlfriend, the one who cares,
Tell her that you love her so!

When you're feeling tired of dancing,
Try and find a place to park.
Go to any cosy corner,
Take advantage of the dark!

Roll up your troubles, fold up your cares,
Just forget you haven't got a dime.
Roll up the carpet and push back the chairs,
You're bound to have a wonderful time!

Roll up your troubles, fold up your cares,
Just forget you haven't got a dime.
Roll up the carpet and push back the chairs,
You're bound to have a wonderful time,
You're bound to have a wonderful time!




(Transcribed by Peter Akers - January 2020)