The Marvelous Toy
(Tom Paxton)
When I was just a wee little lad full of health and joy
My father homeward came one night and gave to me a toy
A wonder to behold, it was, with many colors bright
And the moment I laid eyes on it it became my heart's delight
It went "zip" when it moved and "bop" when it stopped
And "whirr" when it stood still
I never knew just what it was and I guess I never will.
The first time that I picked it up, I had a big surprise
For right on it's bottom were two big buttons that
Looked like big green eyes.
I first pushed one and then the other, and then I twisted it's lid
And when I set it down again, this is what it did:
It first marched left and then marched right
And then marched under a chair
And when l looked where it had gone, it wasn't even there:
I started to sob and my daddy laughed, for he knew that I would find,
When l turned around, my marvelous toy, chugging from behind.
Well, the years have gone by too quickly, it seems,
I have my own little boy
And yesterday I gave to him my marvelous little toy.
His eyes nearly popped right out of his head
And he gave a squeal of glee,
Neither one of us knows just what it is,
but he loves it, just like me.
Written, printed, and recorded by Tom Paxton
Copyright Tom Paxton
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Tom Paxton (born Thomas Richard Paxton) is an internationally renowned American singer-songwriter known for his folk music and incisive lyrics that often address social and political issues. Born in Chicago, Illinois, in 1937, he began his career in the 1960s, quickly becoming a key figure in the American folk movement. Paxton is famous for his distinctive vocal style, characterized by a warm and melodious voice, and his engaging live performances. Among his most celebrated songs are "The Last Thing on My Mind", "Ramblin' Boy" and "Whose Garden Was This?", often covered by other world-renowned artists. Paxton has released over 60 albums throughout his career, receiving numerous accolades including a Grammy Award for his folk music. His influence on the musical landscape has been significant, contributing to the widespread recognition of songwriting and folk music as an art form.
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