I Never Knew

I Never Knew
music by Ted Fio Rito (left)
lyric by Gus Kahn (right)

I always thought that I'd prefer single blessedness,
Thought that I'd like to stay free.
I never thought my time would come to marry,
No wedding bells for me; I've changed my mind after all,
You are the one made me fall, for...

I used to smile at all the songs that were popular;
Nothing but love in each song, I used to think those kind of songs were foolish,
Now, I admit I'm wrong.
Love songs are a part of my plan; show me the minister man, for...

I never knew I could love anybody, honey, like I'm loving you;
I couldn't realize what a pair of eyes and a baby smile could do.

I can't sleep, I can't eat.
I never knew a single soul could be so sweet.
I never knew I could love anybody, honey, like I'm loving you...