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 dark and the empty skies, my love   To the dark and the empty skies      The first time ever I kissed your mouth   I felt the earth move in my hand   Like the trembling heart of a captive bird   That was there at my command, my love   That was there at my command      The first time ever I held you near   And felt your heart beat close to mine   I thought our joy would fill the world   And would last 'til the end of time, my love   And would last 'til the end of time