With A Little Bit Of Luck
Rex Harrison & Julie Andrews Lyrics

The Lord above gave man an arm of iron
God gave humans strength and capability to do their work diligently and without laziness.

So he could do his job and never shirk
This strength is meant to enable humans to fulfill their responsibilities and never avoid or neglect their tasks.

But, with a little bit of luck, with a little bit of luck
However, sometimes relying on luck can lead to avoiding hard work.

Someone else will do the blinkin' work
Rather than putting effort, luck may bring circumstances where someone else will undertake the work instead.

The Lord above made liquor for temptation
God created alcoholic beverages to test whether humans can resist the allure of sin and indulge responsibly.

To see if man could turn away from sin
Alcohol's purpose is to examine whether humans can refrain from engaging in sinful behavior.

When temptation comes you'll give right in
However, when faced with temptation, luck might cause one to surrender and yield to its allure.

Oh you can walk the straight and narrow
Though it is possible to choose and stay on the path of righteousness and moral rectitude.

But with a little bit of luck you'll run amok
Using luck as a means, one might deviate from the righteous path and engage in reckless behavior.

The gentle sex was made for man t'marry
Women were created to be companions and partners for men in marriage.

To share his nest and see his food is cooked
Their role is to cohabit, manage the household, and ensure the man's food is prepared.

You can have it all and not get hooked
However, relying on luck could enable one to enjoy the benefits of marriage without becoming emotionally attached or dependent.

The Lord above made man to help his neighbor
God intended for humans to offer assistance and support to those around them, regardless of location or situation.

WHEN HE COMES AROUND YOU WON'T BE HOME!!
But with a stroke of luck, when someone seeks your support, you may not be available or present to help.

They're always throwing goodness at you
Others are often presenting opportunities or acts of kindness to you.

But, with a little bit of luck a man can duck
Still, by relying on luck, a person may evade or avoid those acts of goodness.

Oh it's a crime for man to go philanderin'
Engaging in extramarital relationships is considered immoral and deceitful.

And fill his wife's poor heart with grief and doubt
Such actions inflict emotional pain and uncertainty upon one's spouse.

You can see the bloodhound don't find out
Yet, with a bit of luck, one can ensure that their infidelity remains undetected.

A man was made to help support his children
Men have a responsibility to provide financial assistance to their offspring.

Which is the right and proper thing to do
Taking care of one's children is a moral obligation that should be fulfilled.

But, with a little bit of luck, with a little bit of luck
However, relying on luck might lead to the children themselves becoming financially supportive instead.

They'll go out and start supporting you
Through fortunate circumstances, the children may take on the role of providing for their parent.

(He doesn't have a tuppence in his pocket)
(He currently lacks any money or financial resources)

(The poorest bloke you'll ever hope to meet)
(He is the most destitute individual you could come across)

But, with a little bit of luck, with a little bit of luck
Yet, by relying on luck, he may experience a sudden change in fortune.

(He'll be movin' up to Easy Street)
(He will transition to a life of comfort and prosperity)

(With a little bit, with a little bit)
(By relying on a stroke of luck)

(With a little bit of bloomin' luck)
(With a bit of good fortune)