Then, cheer up! cheer up! Don't let your spirits go down!
Always trust in Providence and never wear a frown.
Cheer up! cheer up! Keep smiling if you can,
It's an antidote for trouble in the life of man.
Now, all young men and maidens, in the heyday of your charm,
Be sure and mate with those you love, 'twill save you future harm.
But if a man or maiden gay should bring your love to naught,
There's as good fish in the sea to-day as ever have been caught.