All in the Downs the fleet was moored
The streamers waving in the wind
When black-eyed Susan came on board
“Oh, where shall I my true-love find?
Tell me tar-full sailors, tell me true
Does my sweet William sail on board with you?”

William who high upon the yard
Rocked with the billows to and fro
Soon as her well-known voice he heard
He sighed and cast his eyes below
The cord slides swiftly through his glowing hands
And quick as lightning on the deck he stands

“Oh Susan, Susan, lovely dear
My heart shall еver true remain
Lеt me kiss off that falling tear
We only part to meet again
Change as you list she wins, my heart shall be
A faithful compass that still points to thee”