Jerry Bock
A Romantic Atmosphere
[HEADWAITER]
Butterfingers do that again
That's the end of your career!

(Spoken)

How do you do sir? How do you do madam?

(Sung)

Don't you know we try to preserve a romantic atmosphere?

(Spoken)

It's good to see you again Mr. List!

(Sung)

That's what all our patrons expect
So every jarring note will be ruthlessly checked
Gently does it, try to preserve a romantic atmosphere!
Think of all the love affairs we assist!
What more noble calling is there than ours?
Tending each new beautiful bud of love
Making sure each delicate seedling flowers
Treat each trist and rendezvous as your own
Bearing in mind the gravity of your task
All these lovers want is one shining hour
Is that such a terrible lot to ask?
Look around you, and see for yourself!
The romantic atmosphere
[FEMALE PATRON, spoken]
Victor!

[MALE PATRON, spoken]
Stephanie!

[HEADWAITER]
That's what all our patrons demand
That's the reason why they're here!

[MALE PATRONS, spoken]
Victor!
Hugo!

[HEADWAITER]
They all come here just for the mood
And if you don't believe me try tasting our food!
That's why we have got to preserve a romantic atmosphere!

[Tango Interlude]

[HEADWAITER]
Such behavior won't be allowed!
But every now and then we just get the wrong crowd
Gently does it, try to preserve a romantic atmosphere!