THIS FUNNY WORLD

from "Betsy" 1926 musical
sung by Belle Baker
(Richard Rodgers (m) Lorenz Hart (l)  1926)

as recorded by Tony Bennett 1973


This funny world makes fun of the things that you strive for,
This funny world can laugh at the dreams you're alive for.
If you're beaten, conceal it,
There's no pity for you,
For the world cannot feel it;
Just keep to yourself,
Weep to yourself.

This funny world can turn right around and forget you,
It's always sure to roll right along when you're through.
If you are broke,
You shouldn't mind,
It's all a joke,
For you will find
This funny world is making fun of you.

This funny world can turn right around and forget you,
It's always sure to roll right along when you're through.
If you are broke,
You shouldn't mind,
It's all a joke,
For you will find
This funny world is making fun of you.



(Transcribed by Peter Akers - September 2013)