On fait comme si . . . [English translation]

Let's just pretend...

It’s strangely silent in the street today

as if it were Sunday, yet again.

A man’s out singing on his balcony ‘cross the way

while the woman next door plays her violin.

We said what we could to reassure the kids:

What an adventure this could be!

We stuck their drawings on the fridge

and turned off the TV.

Let’s just pretend

that this is some kind of game.

Let’s just pretend

And do as best we can.

When day’s ‘bout to end

and we close our eyes

Let’s just pretend

We’re living ‘neath blue skies.

Let’s just pretend

That we’re not really here,

Parents, friends,

we’ll soon be near!

And even though

the start of Spring we may miss

in my heart I know

ahead are days of bliss.

Despite all our fear

Laughter still rings out

Being apart somehow draws us near

Though aside from the weather

we don’t say much:

Just be sure to stay in touch.

Refrain

It’s strangely silent in the street below

One more Sunday, once again.

Life will soon be better, but 'till then

just be sure to say hello...

Translated by Dan Golembeski

• Artist:Calogero