Lyr Req: Song about changed meaning of words

Subject: RE: Lyr Req: Song about changed meaning of words
From: GUEST,Dr Bombus
Date: 06 Dec 16 - 04:59 AM

It is The Silly Slang Song - thank you so much!

Subject: RE: Lyr Req: Song about changed meaning of words
From: ketchdana
Date: 05 Dec 16 - 11:23 PM

Very probably the Silly Slang Song, by Eric Bogle.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOdHNGG9yWU

Subject: RE: Lyr Req: Song about changed meaning of words
From: Mrrzy
Date: 05 Dec 16 - 08:19 PM

There is this... not at all what you're seeking, but fun.

[THE MORE VULGAR MINDED by Oscar Brand]

Subject: RE: Lyr Req: Song about changed meaning of words
From: Thompson
Date: 05 Dec 16 - 06:00 PM

Sounds brilliant! I look forward to the learned Catters providing the verses.

Subject: Lyr Req: Song about changed meaning of words
From: GUEST,Dr Bombus
Date: 05 Dec 16 - 02:07 PM

A couple of years ago I had the great pleasure of hearing a very amusing song being sung on my bus about the way the meaning of certain English words has changed in relatively recent times. The only part I can remember was something like "when smack meant a clip round the ear". I don't know if the song was composed by the singer or not but would be very grateful if anyone has any leads in tracking down this song.