I came across this when I was looking for another song. As far as I can tell, no versions of this song have been posted.

WHEN A CHAP COMES HAME

Some people say it’s jolly for a single life to lead
But they only talk for talking’s sake and so I never heed.
A single life is very good it may be gay and free
But the comforts o’ a married life is suited best for me.

CHORUS
Wi’ a guid rovin fire an the kettle at the boil
It mak's a chap feel happy when he's done his daily toil.
Wi’ a tidy smilin’ wife an’ a clean hearthstone
It ’s awfu ’ awfu cosy when a chap comes hame.

Oh what could be more pleasing when a hard day’s work is done
To meet your wife wi’ loving smiles an’ see the bairnies run.
The air seems filled wi’ music as you hear their voices ring
An’ the very kettle on the hob wi’ gladness seems to sing.

Of all the pleasures of this world the only one in life
Is when a man knows that he’s got a clean and tidy wife.
His house is like a palace and he never wants to roam
For he knows a clean and tidy wife can make a happy home.

JAMES OGSTON 4 G

#1070 in The Greig-Duncan Folk Song Collection, Volume 5, page 581

Melody transcribed upon request - joe@mudcat.org

Roud Number 6301