Lyrics:

Words and Music by Tom Paxton

Wish I had a troubadour a-sittin' by my knee
Playing stately rhythms of the ancient balladry
If I had a troubadour, I'd signal with my hand
And he would sing for you
He would sing for you until you'd smile

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Wish I had a wind I'd bring it by
A gentle western wind to dry your eye
A southern wind to keep you from your cryin'
I'm still tryin'

Wish I had a castle clown with bells upon his hat
Doin' tricks and somersaults, you'd have to laugh at that
If I had a castle clown, I'd call him to your side
And he'd do tricks for you
He'd do tricks for you until you'd smile

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Wish I had a Royal Ballet, to summon at my will
Dancin' by the candlelight, some lovely old quadrille
If I had a Royal Ballet I'd signal with a nod
And they would dance for you
They would dance for you until you'd smile

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(Repeat Verse 1)