It's funny how simple it started You were standing alone on the sand I walked slowly up to you and casually reached for your hand I took your hand in mine Even before you knew my name It was such a beautiful beginning That's why parting is such a shame It's a shame to say goodbye When we've barely said hello It's a shame to see you cry when I could have loved you so How sad I am that I'm leaving you behind You know all I fear Is you're not near, little one Our wonderful summer is over And I've got to be going my way So lets make love just one more time Before the sky turns grey It's a shame to say goodbye When we've barely said hello It's a shame to see you cry When I could have loved you so