Song Description
Two lovers say goodbye and exchange gifts as the guy goes off to war to serve his country. Also works in a more general sense as guy and girl who love each other say goodbye as one leaves on a trip.
| Song Length |
2:58 |
Genre |
Folk - Country, Folk - Bluegrass |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Duet Male/Female |
| Mood |
Content, Troubled |
Subject |
General, Life |
| Similar Artists |
Kris Kristofferson, Paul Simon |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
For everytimeI made you happy,
brought you up when you were down.
Take this ribbon for your hair
and never let it come unbound.
CHORUS
Oh I know I'm
going far away.
I'll think of you and
in my heart and mind you'll stay.
Wear this cross around your neck to
show your faith to all you know.
Kneal and clasp it in your hands and
safely it will bring you home
CHORUS
Oh I know your heart is weary.
Just take this kiss then I must go.
Treasure all the fondest mem'rys
and let our love forever grow.
CHORUS
Oh I know your
heart is true
though I see your
smile fade from view.