How I wish my luck was better,

I am really feeling sore,

And my cup of sorrow’s flowing to the brim.

Though my sweetheart’s tall and slender,

With a dark and roguish eye,

And a blushing cheek that shames the blooming rose.

One more letter will I send her,

Then I’ll write a last good-bye,

And so bring my dream of pleasure to a close.

If she’s caught another lover,