These fleeting charms of earth
Farewell, your springs of joy are dry
My soul now seeks another home

A brighter world on high

I'm a long time travelling here below

I'm a long time travelling away from home
I'm a long time travelling here below
To lay this body down


Farewell kind friends whose tender care
Has long engaged my love

Your fond embrace I now exchange
For better friends above


I'm a long time travelling here below
I'm a long time travelling away from home
I'm a long time travelling here below

To lay this body down...