You’re Making a Miser of Me

A 1919 popular song.
Words by Al Dubin.
Music by Ernest R. Ball.
Song suggested by Sara Welland.


The sheet music:


Accompaniment by Sara Welland:


Lyrics

  1. I gave you all my heart and soul
    What have I in return?
    A little smile, a little kiss
    And memories that burn
    You’ve shown me just what life could be
    My heart has heard love’s call
    But if I can’t have all your love
    Then give me none at all

Refrain
I can’t get enough of your kisses
I’m counting the few that you gave
I gloat all the while over each little smile
That made me forever your slave
I save ev’ry letter you send me
I hide them where no one can see
And the more live you give me, the more love I crave
You’re making a miser of me

  1. I cherish ev’ry thought of you
    Your love is all I need
    Somehow I always crave for you
    My love has turned to greed
    How sweet and happy are the hours
    When I sit by your side
    The love I get is not enough
    And I’m not satisfied

Sung here by Vancha March: