Ojos Verdes

Leaning on the threshold of the brothel
You watched the night of May unfold
Men passed by and you smiled
Until I stopped my horse at your door

Serrana, can you give me a light?
And I'll give you this carnation
Come take it to my lips
For I will give you fire
I got off the horse
And saw you up close
And your eyes were two green stars
Of May for me

Green eyes
Green like basil
Green like green wheat
And green, green lemon
Green eyes, green with a sharp shine
That have pierced my heart
For me there are no more suns, stars, or moons
There are only eyes that guide my way
Oh green eyes, green like basil
Green like green wheat
And green, green lemon

We saw the day announced from the room
And the Tower's bell ringing at dawn
You left my arm as dawn broke
And in my mouth a taste of mint and cinnamon
Serrana, I want to give you a dress
You said you're fulfilled
No, you don't have to give me anything
I got on my horse and gave you a kiss
And never have I lived
A more beautiful May night

Green eyes, green like basil
Green like green wheat
And green, green lemon

Green eyes, green
With a sharp shine
That have pierced my heart
For me there are no more suns, stars, or moons
There are only eyes that guide my way

Green eyes, green like basil
Green like green wheat
And green, green lemon