Ian Dury And The Blockheads: "Crippled With Nerves" Lyrics

I could give her the respect she deserves

But I can't cos I'm crippled with nerves

Just to take in my arms, hold her tight

But I'm sorry, I'm shaking with fright



I could touch her

I could tell her

I'm a very lucky fella

I'd cancel all proper reserves

But my hope is all gone

Got the fears coming on

And I'll die cos I'm crippled with nerves



How I wish she'd ask for a smile

She won't, I tremble a while

She's gone to my luck and my shame

Silly trying to stifle the pain



Could have touched her

Could have told her

The weight is on my shoulder

My sadness my purpose deserves

And the day turns to grey

The pain turns this way

I'll die cos I'm crippled with nerves