Keep the graves empty for me, I who am denied death, As i rest under gallows tree, Praying for a final breath. Many men my axe brought down, With a swing so great and steady, Many towns burnt to the ground, Yet however I'm not ready. Shedding blood is my duty, With brothers men at arms, For i end all life i see, And set flame upon the farm, Keep the graves empty for me, For i end all life i see. .