Why Don't You Stay Well Clear Of Me? Poem by Mark Heathcote

I'm just a heartless kid my dear
And I'll break your heart,
So just stay 10 paces clear. "My love"
Cause I can't promise, not to kiss you.

I might be 47 but I'm just a kid
And. I'm not kidding you, my dear.
I promise you! And, I forbid, you!
To kiss me, till I'm 83 for real…?

Cause that's just how old I'll be
Before I'm a grown-up man really ready
For that; kind of marital responsibility
Believe me, I'm just a childish, clown.

You're baking cakes breaking eggs.
Mixing flour with baking soda
Making another, Victoria sponge!
And all the time, I can see

You, wishing it were over.
So just stay 10 paces clear. "My love"
Cause I can't promise, not to kiss you!
I'm just a heartless kid, my dear.

I'm just a heartless kid, my dear.
And I'll break your heart,
So why didn't - why don't you
Why don't you stay well clear of me?