I've got an invitation to a dance But I don't think I'll go I'd be sorry I know; I'm afraid I might see The one who should be with me With somebody else I've got an invitation to a dance; It's the town's big affair All our friends will be there They may talk when they see The one who should be with me With somebody else I don't wanna start a lot of gossip Out of sight is out of mind! Maybe there is still a chance to make up; We may wake up and find We're leavin' happiness behind! I've got an invitation to a dance; I could bring someone new But what good would it do? It would hurt me to see The one who should be with me With somebody else I don't wanna start a lot of gossip Out of sight is out of mind! (scat) Maybe there is still a chance to make up; We may wake up and find We're leavin' happiness behind! I've got an invitation to a dance; I could bring someone new But what good would it do? It would hurt me to see The one who should be with me With somebody else