The skies are already overcast (Evening Song)

1. The skies are already overcast, the hour is eight o'clock, ; Every soul can now prepare for rest. ; We ask the beautiful Virgin Mary, to grant us a happy good night, ; Praise be to Jesus Christ, forever and ever, amen. ; ; 2. Oh, great and glorious Lord God, my heavenly Father, ; Of your gracious goodness you have brought the evening to me. ; Grant that we may praise your name, and greet the holy mother of Jesus, ; Praise be to Jesus Christ, forever and ever, amen. ; ; 3. Of your great mercy, oh, my dear Virgin Mother, ; Today we lie down in our beds, Queen of heaven. ; Wake up in good health, to the praise of your holy name, ; Praise be to Jesus Christ, forever and ever, amen. ; ; 4. The stars are already shining in honor of the Virgin, ; The beautiful moonlight is shining in honor of Jesus. ; Mary, morning star, whom we honor today, ; Praise be to Jesus Christ, forever and ever, amen.