I wouldn't want you to take offense But I returned that gift you sent I could see that it was just right for you Why do they say think of yourself When you choose something for someone else? My birthday wishes never come true I should have known Now that I'm grown I'm one year older and I'm not much bolder You could have warned me This was the way it was going to be I wanted a party but There'll be one next year maybe ♪ To you it's just another day But my next birthday's so far away I wish that you had remembered It seems to be pretty unfair You're sixteen too but I don't care I won't be calling you July 3rd I should have known Now that I'm grown I'm one year older and I'm not much bolder You could have warned me This was the way it was going to be I wanted a party but There'll be one next year maybe I'll be ready next time maybe