If thou would'st have me sing and play As once I play'd and sung, First take this time-worn lute away, And bring one freshly strung. (Thomas Moore)

If thou would'st have me sing and play As once I play'd and sung, First take this time-worn lute away, And bring one freshly strung.

Thomas Moore

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