How to die, hence, to fade
Ways to gamely give out
Pick a card, last bet made
With a grin or a pout?
How to die, hence, to part
Ways to proudly play out
Glass half full, heavy heart
In a predestined rout
How to die, hence, to leave
Ways to bravely bow out
Strike the set, time to grieve
No more clout in the shout
How to die, hence, to go
Ways to chastely check out
Tough to say, hard to know
When kismet is in doubt