Gilbert O'Sullivan — Matrimony

[Verse 1] I've no wish to hurry you, love But have you seen the time It's quarter to ten and we're supposed to be there at nine I don't think the registrar Will be very pleased When we show up an hour late Like two frozen peas [Chorus 1] Both now facing for the first time Presently and past Something that begins with "M" And ends in "alas" More than not complete disaster Even from the start What could it be? It's matrimony [Verse 2] I know how you dreamt about Being walked down the aisle But think of the money we'll save And you will see it's worthwhile It won't please our mums and dads But they don't even know Besides, if they did what's the betting They wouldn't even go [Chorus 2] You and me are all that matters Disregard the rest Trust your soon to be old man He knows what is best Very shortly now there's going to be An answer from you Then one from me That's matrimony [Bridge] Oh, I'm truly grateful for the little things in life That have made me so glad Every other hour that I spend with you Is not in the least bit sad Quite the opposite, in fact And if you don't believe me Here's the proof Ask me if I and I'll say "Aye, I do" Oh, woah, woah, woah Oh, oh Ooh [Brass solo] Woo! [Chorus 3] You and me are all that matters Disregard the rest Trust your soon to be old man He knows what is best Very shortly now there's going to be An answer from you Then one from me That's matrimony [Outro] Marriage The joining together of two people For better or for worse Till death them do part Olé