On this, our weddin' day
 Do not forsake me, oh my darlin'
 Wait, wait along

 I do not know what fate awaits me
 I only know I must be brave
 And I must face a man who hates me
 Or lie a coward, a craven coward
 Or lie a coward in my grave

 Oh, to be torn 'tweenst love and duty
 S'posin' I lose my fair-haired beauty
 Look at that big hand move along
 Nearin' high noon

 He made a vow while in state prison
 Vowed it would be my life or his'n
 I'm not afraid of death but oh
 What will I do if you leave me?

 Do not forsake me, oh my darlin'
 You made that promise as a bride
 Do not forsake me, oh my darlin'
 Although you're grievin', don't think of leavin'
 Now that I need you by my side

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