Perje [English translation]

I’m forgetting; forsaking my memories as I journey on

but like loyal hounds they follow me, everywhere

Just as I find I’m lifted up, my pain smashes me, as into a reef

and though it was for you I sprouted wings, it was all in vain

But now, wherever you may be, happier at last

try to at least be somewhat more faithful

If you ever think of me, the same smile is upon my face

… without you, I shed my days like feathers

and should you ever seek for me, I’ll be there, right beneath the very least of your desires

There, where it once all fell apart, is where my heart now lays asleep

I’m forgetting; old dates have become just numbers

I’m forgetting, I'm no longer someone who belongs to you

Just as I find I’m lifted up, my agony guts me

for others, my sorrow... nothing’s left of me

But now, wherever you may be, happier at last

try to at least be somewhat more faithful

If you ever think of me, the same smile is upon my face

… without you, I shed my days like feathers

and should you ever seek for me, I’ll be there, right beneath the very least of your desires

There, where it once all fell apart, is where my heart now lays asleep