Through the hard times of my life, you came to me

And you said that you'd be there

You reached out your hand and said come on

I remember times when I, I didn't want to be

You congratulated me for being strong and hangin' on



You brought me happiness and taught me how to sing

You have given me my wings and now I'd like to offer you

This mandolin that's been in my family

It's been around since '33 or '32



Now I know you need a lady and I want to see

I want to see you with someone who will love you strong and let you be

And in the morning when she comes to you

She'll bring to you a fresh papaya with mint tea

Scrambled eggs, and cherries jubilee



You brought me happiness and taught me how to sing

You have given me my wings and now I'd like to offer you

A friendly call when you're down and feeling blue

You know what I'd like to do is offer me to you



You know I love you like my brother and I want to be

I want to be your special friend

I want to know you when we're 93



You brought me happiness and taught me how to sing

You have given me my wings and now I'd like to offer you

Some scrambled eggs and some cherries jubilee

You know where I'd like to be is home with you

Home with you

Home with you