I met the most
Unexpected friend
Here on the other
Side of the globe
Every night
I take a stroll
Down the river
Every night
He’s sitting on
The same stone
Staring back right at me
Without a blink
With so much
Deep understanding
Why yes
I know
He is a bird
So what
Out of all creatures
In this faraway land
He alone
Won’t turn away
When I look back at him
Not sure which one of us
Is more mesmerized
With this
Why yes
I’ll trade all treasures
Of this dreamy magical city
Temples historic sites nightlife
Commerce and art
For a short glimpse
Into such improbable
Unearthly bond