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This article is from the M*A*S*H FAQ,
by Doug Krause mash-faq@lido.com with numerous contributions by
others.
11 What are the lyrics to the MASH theme song, "Suicide is Painless"?
Here are what I assume to be the exact lyrics. Please note that the
1st, 3rd and 6th verses were sung during the opening credits of the
movie, while the 4th verse was added during the suicide scene. The
2nd and 5th verses are included in the sheet music but not the movie.
Copyright: 1969
Music: Johnny Mandel
Lyrics: Mark Altman
Lyrics to the M*A*S*H theme song, "Suicide is Painless":
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Through early morning fog I see
visions of the things to be
the pains that are withheld for me
I realize and I can see...
[REFRAIN]:
that suicide is painless
It brings on many changes
and I can take or leave it if I please.
I try to find a way to make
all our little joys relate
without that ever-present hate
but now I know that it's too late, and...
[REFRAIN]
The game of life is hard to play
I'm gonna lose it anyway
The losing card I'll someday lay
so this is all I have to say.
[REFRAIN]
The only way to win is cheat
And lay it down before I'm beat
and to another give my seat
for that's the only painless feat.
[REFRAIN]
The sword of time will pierce our skins
It doesn't hurt when it begins
But as it works its way on in
The pain grows stronger...watch it grin, but...
[REFRAIN]
A brave man once requested me
to answer questions that are key
is it to be or not to be
and I replied 'oh why ask me?'
[REFRAIN]
'Cause suicide is painless
it brings on many changes
and I can take or leave it if I please.
...and you can do the same thing if you choose.
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