1. Stop blaming him, though he's been unjust
Oppressed, burdened, he can take no more

2. Let his tears flow and put out
The fires of passion, if just a little

3. He wanders lost in the dark maze
Woven by torment that drags him along

4. O sister of Kindah, comfort him
For desire has seeped into his bones

5. If you had seen us in our misery
Parted, though laughter once rose between

6. Tears streaming down his cheek
Almost overflowing from his eyelid

7. You would mourn for all lovers
And know a sailor's love is endless