Poor, old granddad
I laughed at all his words
I thought he was a bitter man
He spoke of women's ways

Trap you, then they use you
Before you even know
For love is blind, you're far too kind
Don't ever let it show

I wish that I knew what I know now
When I was younger
Wish that I knew what I know now
When I was stronger

Can-can's such a pretty show
They steal your heart away
But backstage, back on earth again
The dressing rooms are gray

They come on strong and it ain't too long
Before they make you feel a man
Love is blind and you will find
You're just a boy again

I wish that I knew what I know now
When I was younger
Wish that I knew what I know now
When I was stronger
When you want her lips, you get a cheek
Makes you wonder where you are
And if you want some more and she's fast asleep
Then she's twinkling with the stars

Poor young grandson, there's nothing I can say
Have to learn just like me and that's the hardest way

I wish that I knew what I know now
When I was younger
Wish that I knew what I know now
When I was stronger

I wish that I knew what I know now
When I was younger
Wish that I knew what I know now
When I was stronger

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