The Bab Ballads, with Which Are Included Songs of a Savoyard

by W. S. Gilbert

So pause to think, before you drink

The dregs of Lethe's cup, Matilda;

Remember, do, what I've gone through,

Before you give me up, Matilda.

Recall again the mental pain

Of what I've had to do, Matilda,

And be assured that I've endured

It, all along of you, Matilda!