1. When needs call me to a friend
My eyes avoid his scowling side

2. And when he's in need he comes to me
Looking miserable like a frightened cat

3. When I saw how cruel fate can be
To past and present, a man's misery

4. Is certain if he can't defend
Against the wiles of enemies

5. It's fate, the more I think on it
Though revelry may distract the thoughts of most

6. Happy is he who cultivates virtue
And competes in praise of consequences the most