Two drummers they were seated in a grand hotel one day

While dining they were chatting in a sort of joking way

There came a pretty waitress to bring the tray of food

They spoke to her familiarly in a manner sort of rude



At first she did not notice nor make the least reply

When somethin' that was said to her brought teardrops to her eyes

She turned on her tormentors, her cheeks were flamin' red

Approaching as a picture these are the words she said



My Mother was a lady and your's, I would allow

You may have a sister who needs protection now

I've come to this great city to find my brother, dear

You would not dare insult me, sir, if brother Jack were here



The two sat there in silence, their heads hung low in shame

Forgive us, miss, we meant no harm, pray tell us what is your name

She told him and he cried aloud I know your brother too

We've been friends for many, many years and he oft times speaks of you



Come go with me when I go back and if you'll only wed

I'll take you to him as my bride, I've loved you since you said

My Mother was a lady and your's, I would allow

You may have a sister who needs protection now

I've come to this great city to find my brother, dear

You would not dare insult me, sir, if brother Jack were here