I attempt from Love's sickness to fly

I attempt from Love's sickness to fly in vain,

Since I am myself my own fever and pain.

No more now, fond heart, with pride no more swell,

Thou canst not raise forces enough to rebel.

I attempt from Love's sickness,

etc..

For Love has more power and less mercy than fate,

To make us seek ruin and love those that hate.

I attempt from Love's sickness,

etc..