China, china, the thoughts drift from the sea
Iâm dreaming, of you, wear your dress for me
China, china, the oceans on the wheel(? )
The seagulls flying lower now
China I can feel you by my side
Across the bay, across the tyne
Can you hear me say
China, china, wear your hair down low
Lady, lady, youâre frozen to the bone
China, china, the catch was good today
The oilskins clinging to my back
And the lantern gently sways
Oh donât you cry, the kids to bed
Didnât mean the things I said
China, china, the years go rolling by
Laughter, sorrow, I will not make you cry
China, china, think before you speak
Always remember the ocean hauls as deep
And if Iâm tired of feeling low
Donât let me sleep, you know
China, china, the men are on the quay
Drinking, smoking, talking quietly
The waterâs calmer now
All my work is done
So china, see ya.
