1. I have a friend who feigned affection
Though not lacking in generosity or grace

2. And swore on covenants between us as Arabs
Every oath conceivable to always stand by me

3. That he would remain my companion forever
But when the traitor broke his word

4. He wronged his lover by his rejection
And reaped the harvest of his lies and transgression

5. When he reaped this, shame marked his cheek
And they wondered at the blackness on the liar's face