Too many cooks are gonna spoil the stew
   Too many cooks are gonna spoil the stew
   But ain't nobody cooking
   But me and you
  
   You got a real good oven
   You got a hot flame, too
   But let me butter your buns
   While you stir this stew
  
   Too many cooks are trying to get in the kitchen
   The first thing you know
   There'll be something missing
  
   Your spice is so spicey
   Your sugar so sweet
   Your meat is so tender
   Your juice is a treat, but
  
   Too many cooks are gonna spoil the stew
   Too many cooks are gonna spoil the stew
   But ain't nobody cooking
   But me and you
  
   Whatever you're cooking
   Well, it sure smells good
   It's got everybody talking
   In the neighbourhood
  
   Don't take no more cooks
   Now baby, please
   I got all the seasonings
   In the world you need
  
   Too many cooks are gonna spoil the stew
   Too many cooks are gonna spoil the stew
   But ain't nobody cooking here
   But me and you