[1st verse:] Mister Wilson, Mister Wilson Won't you kindly lend an ear To what we think is a bright idea It is very necessary that the boys are in good cheer So that they can do their best And here's what we suggest: [Refrain:] Send a lot of Jazz Bands over there 'Twill make the boys feel glad Send a troupe of Alexanders With their Jazz Bands out to Flanders And make them play a lot of snappy airs The kind that make you dance It isn't just ammunition and food You've got to keep them in a happy mood So hurry up and send a troupe of Jazz Bands Over to France [2nd verse:] Mister Wilson, Mister Wilson Syncopation of today Is the music of the U.S.A. It is snappy, very happy and the only kind to play For the soldiers out in France Will help the big advance: