E lucevan le stelle [English translation]

When the stars were shining brightly,

And the earth was scented sweetly.

Softly squeaked the garden gate

And a footstep touched the sand.

Entered she with faint fragrance

And threw herself into my arms.

With sweetest kisses, tenderest caresses,

I freed her trembling figure from her dresses…

My dream of love is now dispelled forever.

The time has fleeted, and I die despairing!

And never did I love my life so dearly!