Get away, old man, get awayNow listen all you maindensAbout to choose a Man,Don’t get one who is ancient,Get a young if you can

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For an old man he is oldFor an old man he is grayBut a young man’s heart is full of loveGet away, old man,get awayIf you marry an old manNow listen to what I sayYour sure to find a young manWho’ll steal your heart away

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Be sure to get a young manWith red and rosy cheeksDon’t get a man with a cane in his handOr his back is very weak

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I’d rather marry a young manWith pockets line with silkThan to marry and old manWith a hundred cows to milk

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I’d rather marry a young manWith a apple in his handThan to marry and old manWith a hundred acres of land

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Don’t never marry an old manI’ll tell you the reason whyHis lips are all tobacco juiceAnd his chins is never dry

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