When in pieces,

And so sad!

Sing a little lullaby,

Don't get mad! "

Working my head off

And trying to do my best,

Sing a little lullaby,

And I shall do the rest!

Do not hate me,

It'll come soon!

How could I forget it,

At home in my room…?

So don't worry,

It'll come—you'll see!

So sing a little lullaby,

Try to be patient,

And don't kill me…"