Who was it called this romance! The fool with feathers in his head A river to be sold down, the book that we both read An empty lounge in some hotel A fighter's thoughts before the bell The film we first held hands at A song that told us "No Regrets" We asked for Mother's handouts You ask and we shall get The money saved and money spent The early morning arguments Is this a modern love affair! Is this a modern love affair! Now if I shrug my shoulders And only pass the time of day It's more than wine and roses could ever say Though I might sulk and you may brood, just thank God it's me and you Is this a modern love affair! Is this a modern love affair! The one they tell you to beware of We asked for Mother's handouts, You ask and we shall get The money saved and money spent The early morning arguments Is this a modern love affair! Is this a modern love affair! The one they tell you to beware of