Tz'u No. 10 (Exile) by Li Ching Chao
To the tune of "Bodhisattva Aliens"
Soft breezes, mild sunshine, spring is still young. The sudden change of the light brightened my spirit.
But upon awakening from slumber, I felt the chill air; The plum flower withered in my hair.
Where can I call my native land? Forget - I cannot, except in wine when I drown my care.
Incense was lighted when I went to sleep; Though the embers are now cold, the warmth of wine still burns on.
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