www.mydfz.com > Music of Tom Paxton > (unspecified album) > Lyrics to Do You Want to Dance


Do You Want to Dance

Words and Music by Tom Paxton

I find myself a fool
I laugh too loudly, speak inanely
I strive to seem so cool
So self-possessed, I fail mainly

All the hours I spend
Examining my poor reflection
To a childish end
A simple glance in my direction

But what if you should see me
As the hopeless mess I am
Afraid of even trying
As I must confess I am
Afraid of your reaction
If I dare to take a chance
It's the agony of asking
Do you, do you want to dance

To my friends I boast
I'm no lover, may God strike me
What I need the most
Is just a hint that you might like me

But what if you should see me
As the hopeless mess I am
Afraid of even trying
As I must confess I am
Afraid of your reaction
If I dare to take a chance
It's the agony of asking
Do you, do you want to dance

Thanks to Jason and Rog for transcribing these lyrics.


Questions? Comments? Problem with this page?
You can send me email at:
valerie@mydfz.com