The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face

The first time ever I saw your face

I thought the sun rose in your eyes

And the moon and the stars were the gifts you gave

To the dark and the endless skies, my love



And the first time ever I kissed your mouth

I felt the earth move through my hand

Like the trembling heart of a captive bird

That was there at my command, my love



And the first time ever I lay with you

I felt your heart so close to mine



The first time ever I saw your face

Your face, your face

Your face