As he lay in the light of the moon.

And I said to him, “Matey, just confess

What all of this row’s about,

And what was it got you into this mess,

And how can I get you out?”

Then this man he opened his eyes so wide:

“No more do I ask of thee

Than to carry me down to the water’s side,

And chuck me right into the sea.”

And I says, “ ’Tis a singular thing to ask,