But Not for Me

George Gershwin

They're writing songs of love - but not for me
A lucky star's above - but not for me
With love to lead the way
I've found more clouds of gray
Than any Russian play - can guarantee

I was a fool to fall - and get this way
Ah ho alas and awe - so lackaday
Although I can't dismiss
The memory of her kiss
I guess she's not - she's not for me

Old man sunshine - listen you
Never tell me dreams come true
Just try it - and all start a riot

Beatrice Fairfax don't you dare
Ever tell me she will care
I'm certain - it's the final curtain

I never want to here from any cheerful Polly-Anna's
Who tell you fate supplies a mate - it's all bananas

It all began so well - but what an end
This is the time - a fellow needs a friend
When every happy plot
Ends with a marriage knot
And there's no knot, no (k)not for me

Trivia about the song But Not for Me by Frank Sinatra

When was the song “But Not for Me” released by Frank Sinatra?
The song But Not for Me was released in 1995, on the album “The Complete Reprise Studio Recordings”.
Who composed the song “But Not for Me” by Frank Sinatra?
The song “But Not for Me” by Frank Sinatra was composed by George Gershwin.

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