i once was a babe in a cradle i lay, far from any harm, and there she stood, my mother she would, love me more than any other charm. i love you, i love you, i love you. protect me i said to my angel as i wed, keep me safe from all the heartache and hate, and her reply was i'll never lie, trust me, love me and i'll be your guide. i love you, i love you, i love you. the older i became and went on my way, wisdom came forth from my father's voice. the words he spoke were heeded the most, kindness and patience deliver you whole. i love you, i love you, i love you. my life it seemed flowed like many peoples dreams, lovers and beauty all came packaged in one. the lover i chose was so noble and bold hidden for me was a treasure of gold. i love you, i love you, i love you, i love you.