The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face Lyrics - Peter, Paul & Mary

The first time ever I saw your face 

I thought the sun rose in your eyes 

And the moon and stars were the gifts you gave 

To the dark and the empty skies, my love 

To the dark and the empty skies 

The first time ever I kissed your mouth 

I felt the earth move in my hand 

Like the trembling heart of a captive bird 

That was there at my command, my love 

That was there at my command 

The first time ever I held you near 

And felt your heart beat close to mine 

I thought our joy would fill the world 

And would last 'til the end of time, my love 

And would last 'til the end of time