Mama Said Don’t Feed the Mirelurks

[Intro – fiddle flourish] Well I went down by the waterline, Just to see what I could find— Mama hollered “boy, don’t you dare!” But curiosity ain’t kind! [Verse 1] Saw somethin’ movin’ through the reeds, Big claws, buggy eyes, and teeth! I tossed it crumbs from yesterday’s meal, Now I’m missin’ half my sleeve! [Chorus] Mama said don’t feed the Myerlurks, They’ll smile first, then go berserk, You’ll lose your hand, your hat, your shirt, Mama said don’t feed the Myerlurks! [Verse 2] I thought he looked a little cute, So I played him a tune on my flute, Next thing I knew, with a splash and a squirm, He took my lunch and called me worm! [Chorus – reprise] Mama said don’t feed the Myerlurks, They’ll thank you once, then go berserk, You’ll end up soggy, sad, and hurt, Mama said don’t feed the Myerlurks! [Bridge] Now every time I pass that bay, I hear ol’ claws a-clappin’ away, He’s hummin’ my song, mockin’ me still, Guess he’s got a musical gill! [Final Chorus] Mama said don’t feed the Myerlurks, They ain’t no pets, they’re full of quirks, Keep your snacks and save your jerks— Mama said don’t feed the Myerlurks! [Outro – shouted with band finale] So if you’re strollin’ by that shore, And somethin’ knocks upon your door— Just run, my friend, don’t be a jerk, Mama said— (Dramatic pause) —DON’T FEED THE MYERLURKS!