Checkers
Composer(s): Edgar Allen - Leo. Edwards



Checkers was the nervy fellow's name
Who picked no winners in the racing game
Until his sweetheart picked the winning horse 
And rode to fame and fortune on Remorse
He played the game and won out in the end
And here is what he told me like a friend

From the photo play you will observe
Fortune comes to those who most deserve 
When Checkers' fate seemed but an idle guess
Love took the mount and rode it to success
Your horse may balk and leave you at the start
You're sure to win whenever you lead a heart

Life is like a game of checkers, just a game we play
Every move we make means loss or gain
Like a jockey in the racing game
some are driven to a corner throw their stakes away
Only love can lift their crosses
Make them all forget their losses
Life is like a game of checkers 
Every one must play