If I should die,
And you should live–
And time should gurgle on–
And morn should beam–
And noon should burn–
As it has usual done–
If Birds should build as early
And Bees as bustling go–
One might depart at option
From enterprise below!
'Tis sweet to know that stocks will stand
When we with Dasies lie–
That Commerce will continue–
And Trades as briskly fly–
It makes the parting tranquil
And keeps the soul serene–
That gentlemen so sprightly
Conduct the pleasing scene!
I do have but one request of you, (54.1)
If you should die,
And I should live–
I would mourn you–
I would continue to love you–
I would still hear birds singing,
And I would still see the sun rise–
Eventually,
I would move on.
I do have one request of you,
If I should die,
And you should live–
Do the same for me.