He was gallant and had money He called, I'll show you my world I flew to Hamburg from his house The most beautiful paths are made of wood I wanted to study, then I met you Now I stand here and bow In the ups and downs of rock'n'roll The most beautiful paths are made of wood Because it always comes as it has to It's back and forth, no loss to me So many kisses, so many complaints Maybe wrong, but never wrong One step forward and two back On every journey towards happiness I took the wrong turn, well, what else? The most beautiful paths are made of wood Because it always comes as it has to It's back and forth, no loss to me So many kisses, so many complaints Maybe wrong, but never wrong I wanted a house, a dog, a child But I imagine what friends are Here my heart is filled with courage and pride The most beautiful paths are made of wood Even if you roll with your eyes The most beautiful paths are made of wood