I'm Bugaboo the bogeyman, 
         Perhaps you've heard of me 
         I'm meaner than a bogeyman 
         Has any need to be. 
         I've earned my reputation 
         By my manner and  my style, 
         I'm truly reprehensible, 
         Malodorous and vile. 

         My eyes are red, my hair is green, 
         I wear a frightful scowl. 
         My features are ferocious, 
         And my breath is always foul. 
         I strive to unsavory 
         In every way I can 
         At times I've even terrified 
         The other bogeyman. 

         You'd better never misbehave 
         When Bugaboo's  about. 
         I'm apt  to snatch your ears 
         And turn you inside out. 
         Don't disregard this warning 
         If you know what's good for you. 
         I am the dreaded bogeyman. 
         My name is Bugaboo! 

             Jack Prelutsky