The Lantern

We, in our present life Knew that the stars were right. That if you are the first to go You'll leave a sign to let me know Tell me so. Please, carry the Lantern lights. You crossed the sea of night Free from the spell of fright Your cloak it is a spirit shroud. You'll wake me in my sleeping hours Like a cloud. So, please, carry the Lantern high. Me, in my sorry plight You waiting ev'ry night. My face it turns a deathly pale You're talking to me, through your veil I hear you wail. So, please carry the Lantern light. The servants sleep The door's are barred. You hear the stopping of my heart-we never part. So, please carry the Lantern high.