Rightful King - Coppelius

Once upon the time I heard

About a rightful king

He should have been so wise and old

And justice did he bring

The people said: he is our man

And his words were shining

Like the good heart he seemed to have

His smile was very bright

He took care of the rich and poor

His life was like a light

The people said: he is our man

And his words were shining

But once a servant of the king

That knew him very well

Left the castle to the world

And told the people all

Be careful with this golden man

Before you all will fall down

Once upon the time I saw

A wise old rightful king

He took care for order and law

And justice did he bring

But the people knew he was only a liar

They took their swords and killed him