The pines are whispering on the cliffs, Calling through the air... And for the young, life feels like grief When the heart holds care. I hold no blame for anyone, Only for you, my only one. Oh Elena, dearest maiden, My own sweet girl… my only girl. When we both were just like children, I would climb so high— To the dark rocks near the edges, Bringing birds that fly. I would always bring you flowers From the mountain's crown, And from fairs I brought you coral Necklaces, bright brown. I hold no grudge for anyone, Only for you, my only one. Oh Elena, dearest maiden, This pain is yours… alone. See the sapling, how it's growing— You have bloomed with grace. And for you, I’d walk through fire, Just to see your face. Years rush by like roaring rivers, Winds that do not stay— Then a noble came and took you, And you turned away. I hold no grudge for anyone, Only for you, my only one. Oh Elena, dearest maiden, My own sweet girl… my only girl. Oh Elena, dearest maiden, My own sweet girl… You’re my Halko, you’re my only, You’re my soul’s one pearl.
