Was an Old Lady
Words by Bryon Bowers
There was an old lady who lived in a shoe
had so many kids didn't know what to do
One day… The devil came knockin'
Asked her what was wrong
She said my every day… is way too long
He said "I can help you"
"But I need somethin' in return"
"I need all your love…"
"and your eternal soul to burn"
Kids climbing on the walls
Gettin' concerned teacher calls…
Pour the water.. Nice and Hot..
All her troubles… Are forgot…
Now she's taking one last bath
Before the Devil… serves his wrath
She Sold her soul for a "Yes Ma'am"... and a "Please"
Kids crawling on the roof and running by the pool
actin' up in school acting a fool
She said "where do I sign?"
"On the front or behind?"
He said, honey here's a token of appreciation
For the parent occupation
smoke it up now get your mind wow
'cause the fires of hell are gonna ring your bell
All of a sudden
As she pleaded on her knees
Kids started listening
Saying "Yes Ma'am" and "Please"
Pickin' up their dishes
Coverin' their mouth when they sneeze
She done sold her soul
For a "Yes Ma'am" and a "Please"
Tuck in the kids kiss 'em good night
don't forget to hold them tight
cause this might be your last good night
Open in the poetry book