I'd Like To Be A Lion Tamer

I'd like to be a lion tamer: sequins and tights and silk top hats.
I know I could be a lion tamer: I've always gotten along with cats.
I'd have a whip, but never use it: I'd simply hold it in my hand.
I'd like to be a lion tamer.
If I could be a lion tamer I could be someone grand…
I couldn't be a ballerina: I never could stand on my toes.
I couldn't be a Spanish dancer: I'd look ridiculous with rose.
But everyone has a special calling, something that only he can do…
I could be such a lion tamer…
If I could be a lion tamer I would be special too.

I could begin with baby leopards, move on to tiger cubs an then,
after I learn to handle lions maybe I could work up to men…
I never wanted fancy mansions, butlers and footmen, liver reed.
I never wanted lots of money: money can't buy what you really need.
I never prayed for any favors, but here I am on knobby knee…
Please let me be a lion tamer.
If I could be a lion tamer wouldn't he have to finally notice me?