I'd like to be a lion tamer,

Sequins and tights and silk top hats.

I know I could be a lion tamer,

I've always gotten along with cats.



I'd have a whip but never use it,

I'd simply hold it in my hand.



I'd like to be a lion tamer.

If I could be a lion tamer

I would be someone grand.



I couldn't be a ballerina,

I never could stand on my toes.

I couldn't be a Spanish dancer,

I'd look ridiculous with a rose.



But ev'ryone has a special calling,

Something that only she can do.



I could be such a lion tamer.

If I could be lion tamer

I would be special too.



I could begin with baby leopards,

Move on to tiger cubs and then,

After I learned to handle lions,

Maybe I could work up to men.



I never wanted fancy mansions,

Butlers and footmen liveried.

I never wanted lots of money,

Money can't buy what you really need.



I never prayed for any favors,

But here I am on knobby knee.



Please let me be a lion tamer.

If I could be a lion tamer,

Wouldn't he have to finally notice me?