1. Is there no way to communicate with Buthaina one day?
For people have parted from seeking youth,

2. And my companions neglect to keep in touch with you.
If she says there's no way, tell her it's hard for me to excuse you.

3. I don't care about people's aloofness if, O Buthaina,
You show me some kindness or send me a messenger.

4. If you don't obey my yearning or change me
For another, or if you shy away.

5. My passions for you all are many -
Forgetting you is little. May your beauty protect you from all harm!

6. Don't you have some news for me or a messenger heading my way?
I've sung in verse the praises of my love and passion for you all,

7. Songs it would take too long to recall.
If my words don't please you, teach me,

8. O soft southern breeze, how else can I speak?
Never for an instant has your image left my eyes,

9. Nor will it until my sight fails.