1. This night has been long, nay the vigil has been long
And I know my night to be short

2. It did not last long until a slender one with delicate limbs and a captivating gaze weakened me
In my heart there is a grief for him

3. That has possessed my heart, my hearing and my sight
It is as if a figure standing there has inspired this passion

4. Whenever sleep sees him, it recoils