Be very quiet, don't be afraid
Look he likes you so much
Above your little bed
Are seesawing sun, moon and stars
His hand, the big and heavy one
Squishes yours in two
And his mouth, the big and dark one
Hums a dulcet song at the same time
Little child, let yourself be kissed, little child, good night!
Now you have to sleep, you've been awake enough
Close the golden eyes
Fall asleep, fall asleep, fall asleep
My beloved little child
Fall asleep, you little daugther!
Even in this dark night
Your father is sitting at the bedside
And keeps watch
If at the night, or if in the morning
Be it late and be it early
He will always come back
His love never slumbers
Little child, let yourself be kissed, little child, good night...