I have the invitation that you sent me

Only me to see you change your name

I couldn't stand to see you wed another

But dear I hope you're happy just the same

Wedding bells are ringing in the chapel

That should be ringing out for you and me

At home alone I hang my head in sorrow

Those wedding bells will never ring for me

I planned a little cottage in the valley

I even bought a little band of gold

I thought some day I'd place it on your finger

But now the future looks so dark and cold

Wedding bells are ringing in the chapel

I hear the children laughing out with glee

Down the aisle with someone else you're walking

Those wedding bells will never ring for me

I fancy that I see a bunch of roses

A blossom from an orange tree in your hair

And while the organ plays I love you truly

Just let me pretend that I am there

Wedding bells are ringing in the chapel

Ever since the day you set me free

I knew someday that you would wed another

That wedding bells will never ring for me