Christopher Columbus

Words by Andy Razaf and Music by Leon "Chu" Berry

Copyright ©1936 Joe Davis Music, Inc. and renewed ©1964 by Warner Music

Mr. Christopher Columbus
Sailed the sea without a compass.
When his men began a rumpus
Up spoke Christopher Columbus.

He said, "There is land somewhere, So until we get there,
We will not go wrong, If we sing a swing song
Since the world is round we'll be safe and sound,
Till our goal is found we'll just keep the rhythm bound."

Soon the crew was makin' merry,
Then came a yell, let's drink to Isabelle,
Bring on the rum.
Music ended all the rumpus,
Wise old Christopher Columbus.

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Pls note that the lyrics as written in this post do not track with Fats Waller's presentation of the song. However, it's a place to start. And when I can get my rear in gear I will give it a try. But don't hold yer breath. It could be a day or two.