Early Early in the Spring

Early early in the spring
Went out on board for to serve my king
To leave my dearest dear behind
Who often said, that her heart was mine
Oh when I had her in my arms
Thought I could hear ten thousand charms
Ten thousand promises kisses sweet
Saying we'll get married next time we'll meet
When I was sailing on the sea
Not a moments pleasure could I see
For writing letters to my dearest dear
But not one word from her could I hear

When I came back from San Diego town
I walked the streets both up and down
Inquiring there for my dearest dear
But not one word from her could I hear
I walked right up to her father's hall
And there for my true love I did call
They answered here, she's married now
She married a man for to better her life

I walked right up, her hand did take
Saying all false promises now I'll break
Though you grew false, and I grew true
So farewell love, I'll bid you 'do
I'm going back onboard again
I'm going back for to serve my king
I'm going back where the waters fly high
Sail on deep waters 'til i die