My dearest friend, it's fare you well.
You slighted me, but I wish you well.
If never no more, your face I'll see.
I would serve you like you served me.
You caused me to weep, you caused me to moan.
If you satisfied, I never could be.
To save my cheeks and tears for thee,
Oh can't you shed one tear for me
My dearest friend, my harmless dove
I hope to meet you in the world above
And when we meet in peace we'll be
My dearest friend, remember me.
And when I'm dead and laid to rest
Remember the one that loved you best
and when you pass by where I lie
Look on my grave, look on and cry.
And now we've laid her down to rest
beside the one that loves her best
and as you pass by where she lies.
You'll sing this song look on and cry.
Remember friends as you pass by
As you are once was I
As I am you are to be.
So get prepared and follow me.
credits
from per·fi·dy,
released June 21, 2013
Traditional folk song
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