Lyrics:
First verse
I want to be a comfort to my husband dear, But he must never roam, Always stay at home, With none of his diversions shall I interfere, That is, you see, unless I think I should. He'll be allowed the freedom of his single days, But while he's gay and free, He must be with me I won't attempt to alter all his youthful way, That is, you see, unless it's for his good;
Refrain
I wonder whom I'll marry! Will he be dark or fair? I wonder what's the name I'll take in place of Philibert! Though doubtful whom I'll marry I'm very sure I'll be Particularly careful of the man who marries me! I wonder whom I'll marry! Will he be good and true? I wonder if he'll always do as I expected him to, If he'll be very careful Then I will also be Particularly careful of the man who marries me!
Second verse
people he was fond of ‘ere he lik'd me best, He still may have them call, I shan't care at all, His former friends I'll never teach him to detest, That is, you see, unless they’re feminine. If in his coat I ever find a lady’s glove, Or handkerchief of lace, I’ll not scratch his face Not even though I find there letters fill’d with love, That is, you see, unless they are not mine,
(Refrain)
