Long have we parted been Laddie, my dearie Now we have met again Laddie, lie near me Long have I sought thee Thy face to cheer me Dear has it cost me Laddie, lie near me Near me, near me Laddie, lie near me Now we have met again Laddie, lie near me Here in the firelight What joy to see thee All the long winter night Laddie, lie near me All that I have endured Laddie, my dearie Here in thy arms is cured Laddie, lie near me My heart will never stray Never deceive thee Delight shall drive care away Laddie, lie near me