with deep sense of melancholy
They struggled to survive
With a haunting melody
They nod their heads in grief

Singing without tunes
Yet knowing the lines
Singing with happy tones
Not minding the lies

They have the heart to sing
Even in the face of death
Surely they'll sing better
Even in the face of wealth

While the time is running low
And the clock ticking fast
Sure they can be glad
Even when they are sad