A 1928 popular song.
Words and music by Benny Davis and Jimmy Hanley.
The sheet music:
Accompaniment by James Pitt Payne:
Lyrics
1. Never heard a bluebird sing
Heard of all the joy they bring
I’ve been waiting patiently for
Hoping one will sing for me
Chorus:
I’m unhappy, so unhappy
Everything is wrong
Bluebird, sing me a song
Tired and friendless, days are endless
Lonesome all night long
Bluebird, sing me a song
A little love song is what I’ve been missin’
Day after day I watch and listen
Fly up near me, you can cheer me
Please don’t wait too long
Bluebird, sing me a song
2. Heard a blackbird in a tree
Sing a mournful melody
Haunted me the livelong day
I just can’t go on this way