At night most animals are asleep

At night most animals are asleep,

People too, good and bad,

And my love, being well,

Is resting quietly.

But I must lonely wander

And cross the streets here.

I see the clouds moving across the sky,

I see the clear moon,

I see, that I must sadly

stand alone!

Oh, dear, will you comfort me

And help me with your advice?

Oh, are you sleeping, my beloved,

While I'm complaining?

What use is it to complain

now that you're deaf to the world?

I must bear it patiently.

I wish you a good night.

Adieu young princess,

Woman of my heart,

Adieu and have pleasant dreams

And sleep restful and sweet.

Oh, it's impossible for me

To sleep like you do.