I WON'T TELL A SOUL
Parker / Charles

as recorded by Artie Shaw & his Orchestra 
(vocal - Helen Forrest)  
December 2nd 1938 
The Blue Room  
Hotel Lincoln  
New York


I won't tell a soul I love you,
I won't even mention your name,
For I know I've been a fool, dear,
And I've only myself to blame!

I won't tell a soul I miss you,
Though memories will always remain
Of you and the night you whispered,
"I can't ever see you again!".

I suppose I should just wish you luck,
But I haven't the heart to try!
Just for a while my breath will be taken
In trying to say goodbye!

So think of me sometimes, darling,
Remember, when we're apart,
I won't tell a soul I love you,
Though I'm left with a broken heart!



(Transcribed by Peter Akers - January 2013)