From this valley they say you are going
We will miss your bright eyes and kind smile
For they say you are taking the sunshine
That has brightened our pathways a while
Come and sit by my side if you love me
Do not hasten to bid me adieu
Just remember the Red River valley
And the girlfriend who loves 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 fond hearts you're breaking
And the pain you are causing to me
Come and sit by my side if you love me
Do not hasten to bid me adieu
Just remember the Red River valley
And the girlfriend who loves you so true
