The Old Duke

歌詞

I laugh at those who call me old Who think my age their best defence For often fall the young and bold Who fail to laud experience. My sword and I are much the same: Our actions swift and sure Each scar I wear, each greying hair The life I gave to her. Throughout my life Ive led my men Where King and Prince command And always does my lady tend To children, hearth and land. My wife and I are much the same: Our actions swift and sure A husband fair, a home to share The life I gave to her To those who thought my lack of sons Would end a warriors line I laugh and toast my daughter Who upon her throne does shine. My child and I are much the same: Our actions swift and sure A privilege rare, a crown to bear The life I gave to her So every passing year reserves Familiar rhythms and the new And through it all I lead and serve With joy as I was born to do. My land and I are much the same: Our spirits swift and sure Each oath I swear, each shouldered care The life I give to her