1. O my friend for whom I offered affection
And granted him a place within my heart
١. يا صَديقي الَّذي بَذَلتُ لَه الوُد
دَّ وَأَنزَلتُه عَلى أَحشائي
2. A watchful eye I have despite its ailments
To keep vigil for you as before
٢. إِنَّ عيناً قَذّيتُها لِتُراعي
كَ عَلى ما بِها مِنَ الأَقذاءِ
3. It has no need for you, but yet
It remains tied by fidelity's cord
٣. ما بِها حاجَة إِلَيكَ وَلكِن
هي مَعقودَة بحبلِ الوَفاءِ