I've preened the feathers on my wings
And I've polished my halo
I've heard my knell on church bells ring
And I feel it's time to go

Jesus, Jesus, give me your answer do ]
I'm half crazy all for the love of you ] (Chorus)

I've curled my hair and cleaned my shroud
And I've practised on the lyre
So put my name down for a cloud
Near that old heavenly choir

(Chorus)

I've booked my plot in Bid-a-wee
And I've had the stone inscribed
The coffin's black mahogany
With silk cushions, dear, inside

(Chorus)