English poem
The Sleeping Mariners
by Anonymous
Peaceful snoozing on the ocean, Seamen fear no dangers nigh, Though the world is in commotion, We are rock'd to Lullaby! Lullaby! Lullaby! &c.
In Torbay secure at anchor, Top-masts struck, and calm the sky; Safe from storm, or gallic rancour, We enjoy our Lullaby! Lullaby! Lullaby! &c.
Give Monsiers who are so curious, Double watches—wet or dry: But give us, who are not furious, Double spells of Lullaby! Lullaby! Lullaby! &c.
Let night come with billows roaring, 'Twixt two Hammocks snug we lie; Full allowance take to snoring, To the tune of Lullaby! Lullaby! Lullaby! &c.