I've dreamt your face a thousand times
Since off to the wars have gone
I must defend my countryside
My sword is buckled on
I'm fighting for my home from afar
My foes I shall destroy
I love you darling of my heart
Your Southern soldier boy
My dear I'm off to the battlefield
Don't fear let your tears dry
My sweetheart return home I will
To cheer your weeping eye
But should I fall in this our glorious cause
Remember me with joy
For prepared we are to pay any cost
Your Southern soldier boy
Keep faith my sweet with those who pray
Whose hopes are in the field
I know that we shall win the day
For Southrons never yield
So when you think of me while far away
Just look above for joy
For when I come home you my wife I'll make
Your Southern soldier boy