"I'd Better Get My Coat" lyrics

I've heard it say some people are lucky in love
But I can say I've never been one of the above
I've always thought a woman should be woed romantically
But those things are better said and done by someone else not me

I was younger when I met a girl I've worshipped from afar
And so we went to Central Park to gaze upon the stars
It should have been romantic, it could have been so nice
Until a stranger said to me you you're muddy for your life

But when it comes to luck I guess I missed the boat
So I get my leave I'd better get my coat

And in one day a lady wanted me to be her guest
At a party full of socialites I said I couldn't rest
I guess I've must have blown it by my second glass of Gin
But I heard somebody whisper you better let him in

I wish old dreams had never passed that boat
And I guess that's why I'd better get my coat

But it's said that certain people better think before they speak
But when I try my mouth is dry and my knees a little weak

My only thoughts I had of these past of the [?]
Hope in [?] and sickness I hope I can still provide
But when he said be gentle with this one and only child
I said to him "don't worry she's insatiable and wild"

I think it's maybe best I leave a note
And get out quickly when I get my coat
And slip out quietly when I get my coat
Check at that door and get my coat
Hey, I've said my piece and now I get my coat