In the Gloaming Lyrics

In the gloaming, oh my darling,
When the lights are dim and low
And the quiet shadows falling
Softly come and softly go.
When the winds are sobbing faintly
With a gentle unknown woe,
Will you think of me and love me,
As you did once long ago?
In the gloaming, oh my darling,
Think not bitterly of me.
Though I passed away in silence
Left you lonely, set you free.

For my heart was crushed with longing,
What had been could never be.
It was best to leave you thus, dear,
Best for you and best for me.

It was best to leave you thus
Best for you and best for me.