Ne várd a májust [English translation]

Prepare for a long winter, my dear,

‘Cause I think it’s gonna be a long winter.

Preserve the heat in your heart for me,

I’m gonna guard the light in your eyes.

Gather up everything that was left,

Slowly burn up your desires.

Take back from the flame, my dear,

I think we’ll still need that fire.

Don’t wait for May, it’s winter coming,

Don’t wait for May, my dear,

Dress up properly when you step outside,

And slip into my bed if you feel cold.

Be mild, cheery, and silent,

Bear with a wise smile if they hurt you,

Be a river and, if winter should strike,

Wear an armour tough and white like snow.

(Scaring winds are blowing, my dear,

They won’t bring shiny springs any more,

Stars are falling upon our heads,

Dreamers wake up horrified.)

Prepare for a long winter, my dear,

‘Cause I think it’s gonna be a long winter.