He who basked in my little verses
Stayed to watch me fall
And now I count my little curses
Coping with it all.

Let him hurt, who gave me pain
And let him sail away
Let me leave on him a stain-
And let me have my day!

For I got words that run and shout
And he got sighs and dances
I'd like to let my anger out;
Lord, don't give me any chances!