[Verse 1: Colin Meloy]
I have snipped your wingspan, my precious captive swan
Here all clipped of kickstand, your spirit won't last long
Don't you lift a finger, don't you snap and jaw
Limber limbs akimbo rest 'til rubbing raw

[Chorus: Becky Stark]
O my own true love
O my own true love
Can you hear me, love?
Can you hear me, love?

[Verse 2: Collin Meloy]
Don't hold out for rescue
None can hear your call
'Til I have wrest and wrecked you
Behind these fortress walls

[Chorus: Becky Stark]
O my own true love
O my own true love
Can you hear me, love?
Can you hear me, love?