Alligator Rider + 

I was born in State of Florida, + 

On the banks of a mighty river, + 

Where each big alligator’s jaw + 

Makes the northern folks to shiver. + 

I truly was possessed with vim, + 

And some droll antics I would play, + 

While in the river I did swim, + 

And rode alligators in the bay. + 

It oft times amused spectators + 

Who came down south to gain their health, + 

To see me ride those alligators; + 

My sports to hotel brought great wealth. + 

In hotel were many waiters + 

To tend the guests, enjoyed my rides; + 

They loved to see the alligators + 

When with my spurs I pierced their hides. + 

My bridle great did them surprise, + 

I put no bit into their mouth, + 

But put my fingers in their eyes, + 

And thus amused the folks down south. + 

’Tis strange I still am a survivor, + 

Living ’mong earth’s sons and daughters, + 

For I was a wondrous diver, + 

And could boldly swim the waters. + 

Swifter far than any skaters + 

Do o’er north frozen waters glide, + 

I could stride my alligators, + 

And o’er the waters proudly ride. + 