oh my boy
exhausted be you
rest
while the party
continues
music plays
in the street
and i feel
my feet would dance
for a few more hours

oh my son
fatigued you be
rest
while the chores
be through
in the kitchen
i’ll be
preparing a feast
for you and our family

oh my child
weary you are
rest
while i fix
your bed
i’ll wish
you sweet dreams
as i lay a kiss
on your sleepy head

oh my child
how drowsy you are
sleep
little angel sleep
i will protect you
day and night
only for you
to wake
in morning’s light