Back in Tangier
The mountains wrap around the bay in blue and black
The rays of sun play with the waves that sparkle back
Metal ships float in the water
In the Strait of Gibraltar
Dance between the shadows of attack

Back in Tangier
I get down on my knees in front of you and sing
Your fingers wrap around my neck like angel wings
Eyes are closed in desperation
Give in to temptation
Flying with the beat of tambourines

I used to have a melody
A song of pure serenity
I used to have a set of strings
And in my heart a song to sing
A winter cold with snow and sleet
Was filled with happiness and cheer
Then yellow drought and summer heat
Put us forever in Tangier

The desert steam is heavy there
And I keep drowning in despair
No shelter from the sun so bright
But you are beaming with delight
The sands a palace to your throne
Of ancient kings and God unknown
The wilderness that leaves me dry
brings up your spirits to the sky

Back in Tangier
The twilight paints the market square in carmine rings
Your fingers wrap around my neck like angel wings
Eyes are closed in desperation
Give in to temptation
Flying with the beat of tambourines