I've got the invitation that you sent me   You wanted 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   I hear the children laughing now with plea   Down the aisle with someone else you're walking   Those wedding bells will never ring for me      I planned a little cottage in the valley   I even brought a little band of gold   I knew someday I'd place it on your finger   But now the future looks so dark and cold      I fancy that I see a bunch of roses   A blossom from an orange tree in your hair   And while the organ plays I'll love you truly   Please won't you let me pretend that I am there?      Wedding bells are ringing in the chapel   That should be ringing now for you and me   And home alone I hang my head in sorrow   Those wedding bells will never ring for me