American Old Time Song Lyrics: 13 Never Take No For An Answer

Theater, Music-Hall, Nostalgic, Irish & Historic Old Songs, Volume 13

Never Take "No" for an Answer.
Copyright, 1886, by Willis Woodward & Co.

Now, gentlemen, I wish to tell you something,
I think it is something rather new;
If you wish to be successful with the ladies.
Just listen and I'll tell you what to do.
You must always keep your pocket full of money,
And take the lady everywhere you go;
And if you want a kiss you'd better take it,
For if you ask, she's sure to answer "No!"

Chorus.
Never take "No" for an answer,
Kiss her whenever you can, sir;
Whether she will, or whether she won't,
Don't you believe her if she says, don't!
Never take "No" for an answer,
Swear she's the dearest of pearls;
If she gives you a smack, why, just give it her back,
That's the way to get on with the girls.

And when you call to see her in the evening,
You mustn't sit away across the room; -
Remember every arm chair holds a couple-
Of course, that's when the parlor is in gloom.
You must always bring a present when you visit.
And have something in your pocket for her ma;
You must never, never take "No" for an answer,
Unless you get the answer from her pa.-Chorus.