You've wrecked the life Of many a poor girl

And you let me spoil this life of mine

Love, oh love, oh careless love,

In your clutches of desire You've made me break a many true vow

And you set my very soul on fire

Love, oh love, oh careless love, All my happiness I'm left

'Cause you've filled my heart with weary old blues

Now I'm walkin' and talkin' to myself

Love, oh love, oh careless love,

Trusted you now it's too late

You've made me throw my only friend out

That's why I sing this song of hate