The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face lyrics

The first time ever I saw your face

I thought the sun rose in your eyes

And the moon and stars were the gifts you gave

To the night and the empty skies, my love

The first time ever I kissed your mouth

I felt the earth turn in my hand

Like the trembling heart of a captive bird

That was there at my command, my love

The first time ever I lay with you

And felt your heart beat close to mine

The first time ever I saw your face

Your face, your face, your face.