The gods who nursed this universe Think little of mortal's cares They sit in crowds on exclusive clouds And laugh at our love affairs I might have had a real romance If they'd given me a chance I loved him, but he didn't love me I wanted him, but he didn't want me Then the gods had a spree And indulged in another whim Now he loves me, but I don't love him I told this tale with its weary wail To several devoted wives They said, "You're young, you have simply sung The story of our lives." So maybe there are couples here Who have had the same career You loved him, but he didn't love you You wanted him, but he didn't want you Then the gods saw you two And indulged in another whim Now he loves you, but you don't love him