The Parting Glass
Bittersweet Farewell: Unveiling Life's Reflections in The Parting Glass
Lyrics
Of all the money that e'er I spent
Reflecting on all the money I've spent
I spent it in good company
I spent it in the company of good friends or companions
And all the harm that e'er I've done
Regret for any harm I've caused
Alas! It was to none but me
Realization that the harm caused affected only myself
And all I've done for want of wit
Actions I've taken due to lack of wisdom
To memory now I can't recall
Unable to remember those actions now
So fill to me the parting glass
Asking for a drink before parting
Good night and joy be with you all
Wishing everyone a good night and joy
Oh, if I had money enough to spend
Expressing a desire if I had more money and time
And leisure time to sit a while
To have the opportunity to spend time
There is a fair man in this town
There is a handsome man in town
That sorely has my heart beguiled
He has captivated my heart deeply
His rosy cheeks and lovely lips
Describing the physical attributes of the man
Alone he has my heart in thrall
He has completely enchanted my heart
So fill to me the parting glass
Asking for another drink before departing
Good night and joy be with you all
Wishing everyone a good night and joy
Of all the comrades that e'er I had
Thinking about past comrades or friends
They're sorry for my going away
They feel regretful about my departure
And of all the sweethearts that e'er I had
Recalling past romantic partners
They'd wish me one more day to stay
They would want me to stay one more day
But since it falls unto my lot
Recognizing fate's decision for departure
That I should rise and you should not
Accepting the departure while others remain
I gently rise and softly call
Gently rising and bidding farewell
Good night and joy be with you all
Wishing everyone a good night and joy
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