Mi Vieja Habana

I can never escape my childhood on your balcony
or the cobblestones that captured the traveler’s heart
and it’s been so many moons since my love
nested in the stained glass of your troubadour mystery.

When I get lost, I’ll return from the sea
among your walls, I’ll dress in salt
I’ll be here under the shadow
of the bard who calls your name
anchored forever to you.

I can never escape my childhood on your balcony
or the cobblestones that captured the traveler’s heart
the distance knows well that my love
only dwells at the entrance of your troubadour mystery.

When I get lost and can’t see you
from these stones, I’ll keep your feet warm
I’ll be here under the shadow
of the bard who calls your name
anchored forever to you.