I'm keepin' up appearances
I want the world to see
that a long pursuit of happiness
is a thing of the past for me
I love my little sweetie like I ought to
and she loves me like a mother
she pointed out the road for me
I walk and I don't bother

I'm keepin' up appearances
I always wear a smile
a suit to match, a felten hat
in the I'm-so-lucky style
I ain't got no complaints and I live like a saint
I embrace the life I lead
troubles are old, I stay away from the cold
and I avoid the possible heat

I'm keepin' up appearances
I want everyone to know
that the man who stands in front of them
is not more nor less than he shows
I love my little honey-bee like I ought to
and she loves me like a mother
she pointed out the road for me
I walk and I don't bother