Once Was Quite Enough

From Jack Sparrow's Point of View

There she was, near Barbossa

A beauty as anyone could see

She said goodbye to each of them

As she got closer to me.

My heart sped out of control

For I knew what she'd do on that beach

For a second, I wished to be Will Turner

Then I'd have her in my reach.

I had dreamed of her and I

One day standing side by side

I would've bathed (for once in my life)

Then she'd become my bride.

Oh God, she's getting closer

What ever shall I say?

"Elizabeth, I love you

Will you please decide to stay?"

I glance down quickly

For I can not meet her eyes

If I looked at her honestly

She's probably see the lies.

She tells me that

It would have never worked out

Well, I have a line for her

That might put her in doubt.

"Keep telling yourself that darling"

I say without fear

I hope there is no sadness in my voice

That she is able to hear.

She takes a step closer

Oh God, she's gonna do it again

I remember so vividly last time

When she left me for the Kraken.

I stop her

Although it's hard for me to do

I realize I shall never tell her I love her

And see if she loved me too.

I try to gather courage

And try to act tough

However, there's a quiver in my voice as I say

"Once was quite enough".