On fait comme si . . . [English translation]

Let’s just pretend...

There’s a strange silence in the street

like an unexpected Sunday.

A man is singing on his balcony across the way

while the woman next door accompanies him on violin.

We did what we could to reassure the kids:

We’re on some kind of adventure.

We stuck their drawings on the refrigerator door.

We turned off the television news.

Let’s just pretend

it’s all a game.

Let’s just pretend

and do as best as we can.

When it’s time for bed

and we close our eyes,

let’s just pretend

the world’s still a happy place!

Let’s just pretend

none of this is happening.

Parents, friends:

we’ll be together again!

And even though

we’re missing out on the Spring

--I know in my heart--

the world will be reborn again!

Though there’s a lot of fear

laughter can still be heard.

Being apart brings us closer together.

Although there's not much to talk about

except the weather:

Just be sure to call!

Refrain

There’s a strange silence in the street today

one more in a string of Sundays.

Have no doubt that our lives will be more beautiful.

Just be sure to call!

Calogero and Bruno Guglielmi March 22, 2020

© Translation Dan Golembeski

• Artist:Calogero