Before I get as cold as stone,
Before I finally die,
Before I rest my weary bones,
Please sing a lullaby.

I've never heard one before;
I don't know how they go,
But 'fore I leave forevermore
I'd like to finally know.

I've heard they're very beautiful;
I'd like to find out why,
So 'fore the passing of my soul
Please sing a lullaby.