If you knew the song you wouldn't make such comments.
The Snake by Al Wilson (lyrics)
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Now she wrapped him up all cozy in a coverture of silk
And laid him by the fireside with some honey and some milk
If she had milk and honey for the snake she had it for herself. And silk as well? NAH, not starving.
Another version is a snake asking to go to the top of a mountain, but most recognize that song more than the story, especially more recently considering it's useage.
“If you knew the song you wouldn’t make such comments.”
Yeah, I know the song. I like my version better.