Joli Girl

Aw, we walked the streets of Greenwich Village

Smilin' at the passing strangers on their way

Holdin' hands like school kids in the summer August sun

Then I held it close to me, and I whispered

And wishin' the end would never come

Then a flower lady sold me one red rose to give you

Joli girl, when will you be mine

For your chestnut hair, just to make it shine

Then we stepped up to the first stand on the corner

And a taxi driver cussed us, 'cause a blind man got his tip

And we ducked out of the rain into a dusty little shop

And tapped "thank you" with his cane

For some coconut champagne

That traded books and fluffy hats, rings and beads

Then I held it close to me, and I whispered

Joli girl, you're all I need

Joli girl, I might be anywhere

Aw, Joli girl, please don't ask me how long I'll be stayin'

You and your dandy ship of dreams that we can share

The night is coming on and soon we'll have to go

Tomorrow is just another day, I'm maybe far away

So let's spread our blanket in the park and hold each other close

But remember, Joli girl, oh remember

Joli girl, I love you so