For ev'ry guy who's got a girl To aid him the social whirl, I'd gladly give my recipe I know it's good, it's worked for me Take two hearts, a dash of tenderness Mix them both and season with a kiss That's the first part of my Recipe for happiness Take her smile, Some yearning and desire, Heat with love and soon, You'll have a fire You've almost got My recipe for happiness Hold her near at the proper time Call her dear, it'll turn out fine To reveal a touch of paradise, Mix a ring, a dash of shoes and rice Now you've found my Recipe for happiness
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