Intro: Old Father time checked, so there'd be no doubt Called on the North wind to come on out Then cupped his hands so proudly to shout "La-di-dah di-dah-di-dum, 'tis autumn" Trees say they're tired, they've born too much fruit Charmed on the wayside, there's no dispute Now shedding leaves, they don't give a hoot La-di-dah di-dah-di-dum, 'tis autumn Bridge Then the birds got together to chirp about the weather Mmmm - mmm - mmm - mmm After makin' their decision, in birdie-like precision Turned about, and made a beeline to the south My holding you close really is no crime Ask the birds and the trees and old Father Time It's just to help the mercury climb La-di-dah di-dah-di-dum, 'tis autumn Interlude: It's just to help the mercury climb La-di-dah di-dah-di-dum, 'tis autumn
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