The Parting
Sky’s a—waxin’ grey,
Got to be a—goin’;
Gittin’ on my way,
Where? I ain’t a—knowin’.
Fellers, no more jokes,
Fun an’ frisky greetin’—
So long, all you folks,
Been nice our meetin’.
Sky’s a—growin’ dark,
Have to be a—startin’.
Feeble is the spark,
Pitiful the partin’.
Family an’ all,
Thanks for joy I owe you;
Gotta take my call;
Been sweet to know you.
Sky’s a—mighty black,
Close my heart’s to breakin’.
Lonesome is the track
I must now be takin’.
Lordy, be You nigh,
Now’s my time to prove you . . .
Life, good—bye, good—bye,—
Been grand to love you!
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