Deep in the Darkest Night - Strawbs

Engine’s turning

But there ain’t no spark

Owls a-hooting

But the dog won’t bark

No more greetings

From the meadowlark

Deep in the darkest night

I tried to warn you

But you’d gone too far

The cut was serious

But left no scar

Now you’re waving

From a distant star

Deep in the darkest night

You climbed your ladder

While the sun shone bright

Now you’re a memory

Never out of sight

A shining light

Deep in the darkest night

You were youngest

But you stepped out first

You were gifted

But the gift was cursed

You gave your good heart

'Til your good heart burst

Deep in the darkest night

You spoke your word

And your word was trust

But a will of iron

Can turn to rust

Ashes to ashes

And dust to dust

Deep in the darkest night

I know you’re watching

And I wish you well

When next I see you

Only time will tell

When you see me coming

Give that rebel yell

Deep in the darkest night