The Perfect Nanny
Music and lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman
Performed by
Karen Dotrice and Matthew Garber
Jane Banks
Wanted: a nanny for two adorable children
If you want this choice position
Have a cheery disposition
Rosy cheeks, no warts!
(That's the part I put in)
Play games, all sorts
You must be kind, you must be witty
Very sweet and fairly pretty
Take us on outings, give us treats
Sing songs, bring sweets
Never be cross or cruel
Never give us castor oil or gruel
Love us as a son and daughter
And never smell of barley water (I
put that in, too)
If you won't scold and dominate us
We will never give you cause
to hate us
We won't hide your spectacles so you can't see
Put toads in
your bed or pepper in your tea
Hurry, Nanny!
Many thanks
Sincerely,
Jane and Michael Banks
Jane and Michael Banks