Darlin' Sarah, you know I'm leaving I'm 21 and bound to roam I've got a pistol and a greenback dollar Fare thee well, I'll ride alone Willie my darlin', don't leave me standing You know I'll gladly be your bride I've got a dagger and a silver dollar Ride away and you're bound to die Love it changes like the seasons Steal your heart like an old freight train Leaves a young heart cold and wanting Comes and goes like a summer rain Darlin' Willie come down with me To the river... one last time I've got treasures for you only Pleasures for you there to find Oh dear Sarah, you know I love you In your trust I do reside I'll go with you down to the river Take my hand, you'll be my guide Love it changes like the seasons Steal your heart like an old freight train Leaves a young heart cold and wanting Comes and goes like a summer rain Darlin' Willie, take my hand now Let's go down to the water's edge Wade on in... feel the water Wrap around and take us in Oh dear Sarah I'm so scared now The water's rising and I can't swim Hold my hand and I'll go with you Sink on down to the promised land Love it changes like the seasons Steal your heart like an old freight train Leaves a young heart cold and wanting Comes and goes like a summer rain