I was looking from face to face the death and the dangers I tried to fool them but they were on to me I don't need apologies I don't need your sorries Just open the window and drink with me So pour me a whiskey and bring me a pint Hey, hey late drummer's wake Sing me a song raise thy glasses high Hey, hey late drummer's wake As I lay here with me sideburns and mustache well shaped Dressed in the best ones I ever had My bowler's slightly crooked down beside me Oh boy we roamed together all those good times All the clocks on walls stay still while we drink When you close the window I never return My best friends and lovers they know my true spirit You can cry and laugh but sorry don't be Let's dance around the table and sing those stories You and I had moments a long story to tell You lit up the candles to allow my spirit wander Step aside from my way and drink with me