A 1932 popular song.
Words and music by Irving Berlin.
Sheet music provided by Nicholas Leunissen:
Accompaniment by James Pitt-Payne:
Lyrics
I’ve heard about you
Each word about you
That ev’ryone has spoken
And from the things I hear
I should be careful dear
They come and find me
And then remind me
Of all the hearts you’ve broken
But I’m in love with you
So what am I to do?
Chorus
I’m playing with fire
I’m gonna get burned
I know it but what can I do?
I know my heart must be content to go
Where it is sent although
I may repent when I’m through
But what can I do?
I’m playing with fire
I’m gonna get burned
While merry-go-rounding with you
But I go for my ride
With my eyes open wide
I’m playing with fire
I know it but what can I do?
Sung here by Vancha March: