I've got some questions to ask you On the subject called the blues I've got some questions to ask you On the subject called the blues And if you're acquainted with that subject Well, your answer may mean good news. Have you ever rose at midnight And walked the floor 'til the break of day? Have you ever rose at midnight And walked the floor 'til the break of day? And tried your best to figure why Your baby went away? Have you ever laid and wondered And cried the whole night through? Have you ever laid and wondered And cried you whole night through? Have you ever loved a woman That turned her back on you? Have you ever sat down to dinner And had to eat alone And think about your baby And your appetite is gone? Have you ever lost your loved one Have you ever felt so sad? Well, friends, it happened to me That's why I've got the blues today.