LINDY LINDY, HOW I'D LIKE TO BE YOU Flying high in gay Paree is common as can be, But flying straight to gay Paree is quite a novelty. Our hearts are filled with joy for we've got an American boy Who did the trick, the French were quick To take him to their hearts. With a toothbrush for baggage and nothing much to say, I wonder what Columbus would think if he were alive today. Lindy Lindy how I'd like to be you. I could think of a lot of things that I would like to do. I wouldn't mind about my sleep, how could I sleep with dates to keep. I may not know my onions, but I know my parlez-vous. If Mr. Harry dressed me in pink pajamas, That wouldn't keep me away from redhot mamas. When King Alfonso called on me he'd find a chicken on my knee. Lindy Lindy how I'd like to be you. Lindy Lindy how I'd like to be you. I could think of a lot of things that I would like to do. If any Prince of Wales would choose to take me to the Moulin Rouge, Would I refuse to go because ma wouldn't want me to? If I were offered two or three million dollars To sign an ad for some famous brand of collars, Or Paula Negri wanted me to play the sheik as he should be - Lindy Lindy how I'd like to be you. Lindy Lindy how I'd like to be you. I could think of a lot of things that I would like to do. There's lots of other men I know would do the same if they could go, But then perhaps, my friends, it's just as well that Lindy flew. He kept his head throughout the celebration. He is a hero and credit to this nation. He risked his life and took a chance, He brought us close to dear old France. Lindy Lindy how I'd like to be you.