[Verse 1]
We searched the oceans twice
Searching months on end
Looking for my treasure
Reasons behind our sins
I was born in Bristol
In 1623
I'm searching for my fortune
In modern history

[Verse 2]
I'm living in a desert
My horse is all I need
We journey through the mountains
See sand beneath our feet
I never met my father
He left when I was three
I'm searching for the truth
In modern history

[Chorus]
Modern history
Modern history
Modern history

[Verse 3]
We plundered through the cities
I killed the kings and queens
We shed the blood of tyrants
From Spain to Italy
Now I live in paintings
And books that you can read
Here I shall remain
In modern history
[Chorus]
Modern history
Modern history
Modern history