A disconsolate old man,

I am a slave to inconveniences.

For several days past,

I have been unable to go abroad,

But observing this morning a clear sky and fine air,

I was induced to recommence my street wanderings.

[Sings.] At dawn I left my home,

But as yet have had no job.

Hither and yon, and on all sides,

From the east gate to the west,