This running high-tide river of love shakes me
As it pours forth in tumultuous foaming energy,
Washing and rolling towards its union with the sea.
It will pull at you,
So, stand steady, my love, stand steady.

These waters tumble and swirl, carrying me along
As they dance and splash between rocky banks,
Hurrying urgently to their union with the sea.
They will pull you in,
So, stand steady, my love, stand steady.

Endless watery masses toss and polish me
As I bounce and bump with other flotsam
Spinning and ducking to our immersion in the sea.
Don't be pulled in,
Stand steady, my love, stand steady.