Cheburashka’s Song (English translation)

My english translation of the Cheburashka song. The words aren’t a direct translation, but I tried to get the meaning as close to the original as I possibly could, while keeping the English in good form. Lyrics: I used to be a nameless, unwanted little store toy Which no one came to visit to cherish and enjoy :( But now I’m Cheburashka, and every dog that I pass By offers, with pleasure, his tiny little paw. Yes now I’m Cheburashka, and everydog that I pass By offers, with pleasure, his tiny little paw. At first I didn’t realise, and yet it was no surprise That no one came to see me, even on my own Birthday! But now I have my Gene His face is one big smile! Its odd, yes, but he is the World’s best crocodile! Yes, now I’m Cheburashka, and every dog that I pass by offers, with pleasure, his tiny little paw. I know the singing isn’t flash, I had a sore