Despedida

I come to say goodbye to the boys
Because soon I'm leaving for war

And although I'll fight in other lands
I will defend my right, my homeland, and my honor

I already said goodbye to my beloved
And asked her by God to never cry
To always remember my love
That I will never forget her

It breaks my heart and condemns me
That I leave my mom so alone
My poor little mother who is still alive
Who will remember her in my absence?

Who will do her a favor if she needs it?
Who will help her if she gets sick?
Who will talk about me if she asks?
About that son who may never return

Who will pray for her if she dies?
Who will put flowers on her grave?
Who will sympathize with my bitterness?
If I come back and don't find my mom