"Simple Rules" is written by Molly Ruggles and performed by Molly Ruggles (piano/vocals), Carole Bundy (vocals) and Will McMillan (vocals). It was recorded at PBS Studios in Westwood, MA by Peter Kontrimas and mixed by Doug Hammer at Dreamworld Studios in Lynn, MA.
Lyrics
Stay away from the sharks if you don’t want to get bitten…
Don’t go playing with tigers if you are a kitten…
Don’t argue with experts thinking you’ve learned everything that they’ve learned…
Don’t put your hand on the stove, thinking you’re too smart to get burned…
Don’t fraternize freely with people who are just not on your side…
Don’t go asking for favors, thinking you’ll get a free ride…
Don’t think that those silly laws are for somebody else beside you…
This is a world of simple rules, obeyed by some — ignored by fools...
Don’t let yourself get caught in the net!
One time round is all you get...
Don’t think you could swim and not get wet...
Or count on good luck to win each bet...
It won't!
Yes, it all comes down to simple rules…