Unconquerable

Although I've sworn a thousand times

Not to trust this bottle,

I feel born again

when from afar my innkeeper presents it.

Everything about it may be praised:

crystal glass and purple wine;

but when the cork is drawn,

it is soon empty and I am not my own master.

Although I've sworn a thousand times

not to trust this false one,

I feel born again

when she gazes into my eyes.

She may treat me

as the strongest of men was treated.

Your scissors are in my hair,

most beloved Delilah!