1. Had not sleep been deemed forbidden
For love of beautiful Jameela, none had deemed it forbidden

2. A moon chose the sun of Egypt as companion
So happiness crowned acceptance upon them

3. O flower, say to my queen and master
God has granted you all you could wish for

4. So graciously accept a flower from the garden
Whose fragrance is perfumed by the watering of your hands

5. The stars of its sky envied its buds
When they saw its flowers held in your hands

6. And victory heralded enduring love for Jameela
As fame and glory raised forbidden love on high