From the musical “Mr. President”, 1962
Words and music by Irving Berlin
The sheet music:
Accompaniment by James Pitt-Payne:
Lyrics
I’ve got to be around
I’ve got to be around
My job is to be close at hand
And keep my eye on you
I’d rather spend the day
At home or at a play
Or any other thing
That would be much more fun to do
I don’t intend to reach the hall of fame
For having been a nurse-maid to a dame
You’re always on a cloud
A thing you’re not allowed
My orders are to see
That you keep both feet on the ground
Don’t ask me not to
I’ve got to be around