This is my transcription from the recording at the Internet Archive:


JUST BECAUSE NO. 3
As recorded by the Shelton Brothers (Bob and Joe) on Decca 5367 A, 1937.

Just because you think you’re an angel,
Just because your mother thinks you’re cute,
I won’t give you ev’rything you ask for.
She calls me names and says that I’m a brute.
When I put the ring upon your finger,
And partners you and I agreed to be,
I thought it would be fine
When I signed upon the line,
But it seems I married all your family.

Just because I sent you lots of candy,
Just because I bought you diamond rings,
Just because I ordered you a fur coat,
You thought you had me goin’ round in rings.
I’m tellin you that I am not a sainty.
If you play with fire, it’s sure to burn.
So, baby, don’t you see
While you’re playin’ round with me,
I’m expectin’ somethin’ from you in return.

Just because you think you’ve got a figger,
And in a bathin’ suit you look so neat,
Just because you look good in pajamas,
You run around and wear ‘em on the street.
I must admit that you’re an eyeful.
You know that you’re as pretty as can be,
But, baby, ease my nerves
And cover up those curves
Because, just because.