The first time 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 gifts you gave
to the dark and the endless skies

The first time ever I kissed your mouth
I felt the earth move in my hands
Like the trembling heart of a captive bird
That was then at my command
My love

The first time ever I lay with you
I felt your heart so close to mine
And I knew our joy would fill the earth
And last til the end of time
My love
The first time ever I saw your face
Your face
Your face
Your face

Roberta Flack

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