From this valley they say you are going
I will miss your bright eyes and sweet smile.
For they say you are taking the sunshine-
That brightens our pathway awhile.

Come and sit by my side if you love me
Do not hasten to bid me adieu.
But remember the Red River Valley
And the cowboy who love you so true.

I’ve been thinking a long time, my darlin.
Of the sweet words you never would say.
Now, alas, must my fond hopes all vanish-
For they say you are going away.

Do you think of the valley you’re leaving?
Oh, how lonely and sad it will be,
Do you think of the kind hearts you are breaking
And the pain you are causing in me?

I have promised you, darlin that never,
Will a word from my lips cause you pain.
And my life, it will be yours forever
If you only love me again.