The sun is sinking in the west
The cattle go down to the stream
The redwing settle in their nest
It's time for a cowboy to sing

Purple light in the canyon
That's where I long to be
With my three good companions
Just my rifle, my pony and me

Whiporwill in the willow
Sings a sweet melody
Riding to Amarillo
Just my rifle, my pony and me

No more cows to be roping
Nor more strays will I see
'Round the bend she'll be waiting
For my rifle, my pony and me
For my rifle, my pony and me