It's a tragedy that happened on a side street
When a fellow went to ring his sweetheart's bell
He saw the shades were drawn
and he knew his girl was gone
When he listened to the story that the neighbour had to tell

Annie doesn't live here any more
You must be the one she waited for
She said I would know you by the blue in your eyes
Chequered suit, a fancy vest, a polka-dot tie
You answer that description, so I guess that you're the guy
Well, Annie doesn't live here any more

Annie doesn't live here any more
It's too bad you didn't call before
She just bought a gown
that ties with ribbons or bows
Brand new shoes, a pretty hat, the latest style goes
She really looked so alluring
and just waiting for your love
But Annie doesn't live here any more