We were poor
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But I was satisfied
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And I thought that you were, too
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You were pure
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And I was terrified
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I wasn't good enough for you
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When they sailed
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Into the harbour
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I could see it in your eyes
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I knew
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That you were dreaming
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Of leaving me behind
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You say "America is beautiful"
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And I sure hope you're right
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If I could see you across the water
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I'd say "America is beautiful tonight"
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I'd say "America is beautiful tonight"
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When I met
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That Yankee sailor
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He stood tall and shook my hand
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He took pleasure
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In the moment
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In the measure of a man
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Then he turned
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And left me standing
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And he asked you out to dance
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But when you met
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That Yankee sailor
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I knew I didn't stand a chance
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You say "America is beautiful"
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And I sure hope you're right
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If I could see you across the water
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I'd say "America is beautiful tonight"
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I'd say "America is beautiful tonight"
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Beautiful tonight
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We were poor
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But I was satisfied
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And I thought that you were, too
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You were pure
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And I was terrified
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I wasn't good enough for you
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You say "America is beautiful"
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And I sure hope you're right
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If I could see you across the water
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I'd say "America is beautiful tonight"
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I'd say "America is beautiful tonight"
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I'd say "America is beautiful tonight"
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Yankee Sailor
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| Great Big Sea |
