Pantagruel's Nativity

How can I laugh or cry When my mind is sorely torn? Badabec had to die Fair Pantagruel is born Shall I weep, yes, for why? Then laugh and show my scorn Born with a strength untold Foreseen to have great age Set in Gargantuan mould Joyful laugh, yet quick to rage Princely wisdom, habits bold Power, glory, lauded sage Pantagruel born - the Earth was dry and burning In Paradise - dear Badabec prays for him Pantagruel born - the Earth was dry and burning In Paradise - dear Badabec prays for him Pantagruel born - the Earth was dry and burning In Paradise - dear Badabec prays for him How can I laugh or cry When my mind is sorely torn? Badabec had to die Fair Pantagruel is born Shall I weep, yes, for why? Then laugh and show my scorn