Recorded in New York City, 1962 I used to dream that I would discover The perfect lover someday. I knew I'd recognize him if ever He came 'round my way. I always used to fancy then He'd be one of the god-like kind of men, With a giant brain and a noble head, Like the heroes bold In the books I've read. You'd meet him on the street and never notice him. His form, his face, his manly grace Are not the kind that you would find in a statue. And I can't explain-- It's surely not his brain that makes me thrill. I love him because, he's wonderful Because he's just my Bill. He can't play golf or tennis or polo, Or sing a solo, or row. He isn't half as handsome As dozens of men I know. He isn't tall or straight or slim, And he dresses far worse than Ted or Jim. And I can't explain whey he should be Just the one, one, man in the world for me. He's just my Bill, and ordinary guy. He hasn't got a thing that I can brag about And yet to be, upon his knee, So comfy and roomy Seems natural to me. And I can't explain-- It's surely not his brain That makes me thrill. I love him because, he's--I don't know-- Because he's just my Bill.