Johnny Burke / J. Monaco If you wonder why I'm near you Even though I've been denied I'm inclined to be a little On the sentimental side I suppose I should forget you If I had an ounce of pride But I guess I can't help being On the sentimental side I should act gay Laugh it off and say, farewell Say it just didn't wear well But I'm not that way I'm in hopes you'll think it over And perhaps be satisfied With a simple sort of person On the sentimental side I should act gay Laugh it off and say, farewell Say it just didn't wear well But I'm not that way I'm in hopes you'll think it over And perhaps be satisfied With a simple sort of person On the sentimental side