Tom Paxton - Wish I Had a Troubadour 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. (Cho:) 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. (Cho:) 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. (Cho:) (Repeat Verse 1)