Poor old Grandad Laughed at all his words Thought he was a bitter man He spoke of women's ways "They trap you, use you Before you even know Love is blind, you're far too kind Don't ever let it show" I wish that I knew what I know now When I was younger I wish that I knew what I know now When I was stronger Can-can such a pretty show Steal your heart away But backstage back on Earth again The dressing rooms are gray They come on strong but it ain't too long They make you feel a man Use you and soon you'll find You're just a boy again Wish that I knew what I know now When I was younger Wish that I knew what I know now When I was stronger When you want a kiss, you get her cheek Makes you wonder where you are If you want some more but she's fast asleep And she's twinkling with the stars Poor old grandson, there's nothing I can say You'll have to learn, just like me And that's the hardest way Wish that I knew what I know now When I was younger Wish that I knew what I know now When I was stronger That I knew what I know now When I was younger I wish that I knew what I know now When I was stronger Ooh-la-la-la-la