Jimmy Campbell and Reginald Connelly , 1929

VERSE 1

I dreamed all my dreams
And schemed all my schemes,
But somehow it just seemed wrong.
Until I met you
And then, dear, I knew
To me you must belong.

REFRAIN

I could show the world how to smile,
I could be glad all of the while,
I could change the gray skies to blue
If I had you.
I could leave the old days behind,
Leave all my pals,
I'd never mind,
I could start my life all anew
If I had you.
I could climb the snowcapped mountains,
Sail the mighty ocean wide,
I could cross the burning desert,
If I had you by my side.
I could be a king, dear, uncrowned,
Humble or poor, rich or renowned,
There is nothing I couldn't do
If I had you,

VERSE 2

My whole life would be
Just heaven to me,
Dear, if you'd learn to care.
To know all the bliss
Of your loving kiss
Was waiting for me somewhere.

REPEAT REFRAIN