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Subject: Re: M*A*S*H trivia question
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Date: Wed, 17-Jul-85 14:14:00 EDT
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> Does anyone know the words to the M*A*S*H theme song?

> I believe the title is "Suicide is Painless."

> thanks,

> B.K.

Here are the complete lyrics to the "M*A*S*H" song:


           Song from "M*A*S*H"
          (Suicide Is Painless)

           Words and Music by
            Mike Altman and
             Johnny Mandel



1. 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,

      That (Chorus)

      Suicide is painless,
      It brings on many changes,
      and I can take or leave it if I please.

2. 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, (Chorus)

3. The game of life is hard to play,
   I'm going to lose it anyway,
   The losing card I'll someday lay,
   So this is all I have to say,

      That: (Chorus)

4. The only way to win is cheat
   And lay it down before I'm beat,
   And to another give a seat
   For that's the only painless feat.

      'Cause: (Chorus)

5. The sword of time will pierce our skins,
   It doesn't hurt when it begins
   But as it works it's way on in,
   The pain grows stronger, watch it grin.

      For: (Chorus)

6. 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?"

      'Cause: (Chorus)

   And you can do the same thing if you please.


                                                       - wkb

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