Mermaid, Why Are You Drowning?

Mermaid, why are you in tears?

I’m afraid when I’m near, you will smell my fears.

Mermaid, what happened, will you tell me your story?

I’m afraid I cannot! My heart’s all torn and weary.

Mermaid, where are your fins?

I’m afraid I have traded it with legs all for my loving prince.

Mermaid, who is you beau?

I’m afraid he is the one with a girl in tow.

Mermaid, when will you get your fins back?

I’m afraid I cannot and yes, there’s no turning back.

Mermaid, why are you drowning?

I’m afraid I cannot ever stop myself from all this crying.