The lovelorn waves sang sorrow's songs While sailors grieved 'bout homeland far For eyes couldn't see that distant place Where sun shines bright and night has stars.
As drowning sun was bleeding red The lovelorn waves sang sorrow's songs 'Bout Mothers ailing far away And children weeping in dismay.
The horizon at distance glowed While winds convulsed the sailors' hearts The lovelorn waves sang sorrow's songs When twilight welcomed the North Star.
The bright full moon propelled the tides Which gave the ships new lease of life As sailors left the shores in haste The lovelorn waves sang sorrow's songs.