a 1922 popular song
words and music by Arthur Freed & Earl Burtnett
The sheet music:
Accompaniment – a player piano roll:
Lyrics
- When the party’s over, and the music’s thru
Then your newest sweetheart
Leaves for home with you
Mysteries of nighttime, help along the game
This sentimental hour, always is the same
Chorus
After every party, there’s a good-night kiss
After every party, each happy moment spent
Brings you encouragement
Take her to the doorstep by the longest way
Press her hand then she’ll understand
What you’re afraid to say
- Daytime may be dreary, there is no romance
Nighttime brings the party
With its song and dance
Everything seems rosy, everyone’s your friend
At last the party’s over, but that is not the end
Sung here by Fred Feild: