I've heard and I've read a lot
'Bout how a true love must be
But love it never seems to come or get on with me
I've tried it in so many ways
I've tried it on so many days
And I know yes I know I found out
That love's not a fairy tale

Wishing wells and ringing bells
They never ever tell
Where to find your luck in love
In love
Wishing wells and ringing bells
They never seem to know
How a fairy tale should end
Oh no
They just don't know

Another morning another day
Filled up with sorrow
No sun no bread no love no girl
But will it change tomorrow
I've tried it in so many ways
I've tried it on so many days
And I know yes I know I found out
That love's not a fairy tale

Wishing wells and ringing bells
They never ever tell
Where to find your luck in love
In love
Wishing wells and ringing bells
They never seem to know
How a fairy tale should end
Oh no
They just don't know

© PAUL SANTOS
CBS 1977