Red River Valley Michael Martin Murphey

From this valley they say you are going I will miss your bright eyes and sweet smile They say you are taking the sunshine That has brightened in the pathway a while Come and sit by my side if you love

Home On The Range Michael Martin Murphey

discouraging word and the skies are not cloudy all day Chorus: Home, home on the range Where the deer and the antelope play Where seldom is heard a discouraging word and the skies are not cloudy all day The Red

River Of Time Michael Martin Murphey

"I'm not through loving you, it's just that you're gone Nothing I can say or do can undo what's done You took my heart along when you went away I gave all my love, I'll get it back some day In the river

Big Iron Michael Martin Murphey

outlaw loose and runnin'"", came a whisper from each lip ""And he's here to do some business with a big iron on his hip, Big iron on his hip"" In this town there lived an outlaw by the name of Texas Red

Wild Ripplin' Waters Michael Martin Murphey

"Just down by the river, just down by the shade Just down by the river, just down by the spring To see the wild ripplin' waters and hear the nightingale sing" Well they hadn't been there but an hour or

Little Joe The Wrangler Michael Martin Murphey

We had driven to Red River and the weather it was fine We were camped down on the south side of the bend When a Norther started blowin' we called the extra guard 'Cause it took all hands to hold the cattle

Two-Step 'Round the Christmas Tree Michael Martin Murphey

and family 'Cause the holly's hung and the candle's bright Their tunin' up the fiddle's on a moonlit night Roll back the rug so we can Two-step 'round the Christmas tree There's a jolly man in a bright red

Geronimo's Cadillac Michael Martin Murphey

Let me ride, let me ride Warden, warden, don't you know Prisoners have no place to go They took old Geronimo by storm Ripped off the feathers from his uniform Jesus tells me I believe its true The red

The Streets Of Laredo Michael Martin Murphey

Take me to the valley, there lay the sod o'er me, I'm a young cowboy and know I´ve done wrong." "I see by your outfit that you are a cowboy." These words he did say as I boldly walked by.

The Heart Knows The Truth Michael Martin Murphey

truth Ooh, the heart knows the truth Man only sees what he wants to see Now I see you in my dreams Man only hears what he wants to hear I hear you call my name Moonlight like Mexican silver Turns the red

Land Of The Navajo Michael Martin Murphey

When you're dealin' cards of death the joker's wild the ace is high Jack bet the Mississippi river Running Elk raised him the sky Jack saw him with the sun and moon and upped him with the stars Running

Wildfire Michael Martin Murphey

She comes down from Yellow Mountain On a dark, flat land she rides On a pony she named Wildfire With a whirlwind by her side On a cold Nebraska night Oh, they say she died one winter When there cam...

Cowboy Logic Michael Martin Murphey

There's a great American hero, we all look up toWhen the times are hard and the chips are downHe knows just what to doNow a cowboy's got a set of rules that he lives by day to dayIf you ask for his...

Tumbling Tumbleweeds Michael Martin Murphey

I'm a roaming cowboy riding all day long,Tumbleweeds around me sing their lonely song.Nights underneath the prairI' moon,I ride along and sing this tune.See them tumbling downPledging their love to...

Tying Knots In The Devil's Tail Michael Martin Murphey

Way high up inthe Sierry PeaksWhere the yellow-jack pines grow tall,Old Buster Jiggs and SandyBobHad a round-up camp last fall.Well they took along their runningironsMaybe a dog or two,And they 'lo...

The Old Chisholm Trail Michael Martin Murphey

Oh come along, boys, and listen to my tale,I'll tell you all my troubles on the ol' Chisholm trail.(chorus)Come a-ti yi youpy youpy yea youpy yeaCome a-ti yi youpy youpy yeaOn a ten dollar horse an...

What Am I Doing Here Michael Martin Murphey

Starin' at the south end of north bound cattleSlavin' in the saddle all dayYou've got to be some kind of natural born foolTo want to live your life this wayWell it can't be the cooking, it sure ain...

The Yellow Rose Of Texas Michael Martin Murphey

There's a yellow rose of TexasThat I am going to seeNo other soldier knows herNo soldier, only me.She cried so when I left herIt like to broke my heartAnd if I ever find herWe never more will part....

Spanish Is The Lovin' Tongue Michael Martin Murphey

"1. Spanish is the lovin' tongueSoft as springtime, light as sprayThere was a girl I learned it fromLiving down Sonora wayNow I don't look much like a loverYet I say her love words overL...

Cowboy Pride Michael Martin Murphey

Well, I'm writing you this letterand it's a long time overdueYou're thinkin' "Just mind your own business"I wouldn't blame you if you doYou know our range is gettin' smallerHear you're all busted u...

Let The Cowboy Dance Michael Martin Murphey

He ain't been right since she's been goneHe's been known to tie one onGlass could break and chairs could flySo we best keep him occupiedLet the cowboy dance, let him dance all nightMaybe he won't f...

Jack Of Diamonds Michael Martin Murphey

Jack of diamonds, jack of diamondsI've known you of oldYou've robbed my poor pocketsof silver and goldBeafsteak when I'm hungryRye whiskey when I'm dryGreenbacks when I'm hard upAnd heaven when I d...

When The Work's All Done This Fall Michael Martin Murphey

When The Work's All Done This Fall1. A group of jolly cowboys, discussing plans at easeSays one, I'll tell you something, boys, if you will listen, pleaseI am an old cow-puncher, you see me dress...

O Bury Me Not On The Lone Prairie Michael Martin Murphey

"Oh, bury me not on the lone prairie,"These words came low and mournfullyFrom the pallid lips of a youth who layOn his dying bed at the close of day."I' matters not, so I've been told,Where the bod...

Happy Trails Michael Martin Murphey

Happy trails to you, until we meet again.Happy trails to you, keep smilin' until then.Who cares about the clouds when we're together?Just sing a song and bring the sunny weather.Happy trails to you...

The Ballad Of Jesse James Michael Martin Murphey

Jesse James was a manAnd he killed many menHe robbed the Glendale trainAnd he took from the richerAnd he gave that to the poorerHe'd a hand and a heart and a brainOh Jesse had a wife to mourn for h...

Wildfire (Live) Michael Martin Murphey

She comes down yellow mountain on a dark flat land she ridesOn a pony she named WildfireWith a whirlwind by her sideOn a cold and drafty nightOh they say she died one winterWhen there came a chilli...

Calico Silver Michael Martin Murphey

No rain and the weather got warmBroke down and I sold my farmHeaded for the silver strike,I took my wifeCalico silver gave us life.You could hear the miners singWhen they made their hammers ringYou...

Boy From The Country Michael Martin Murphey

Because he called the forest brother Because he called the earth his mother They drove him out into the rain And some people even said That the boy from the country was insane Because he spoke wit...

From The Word Go Michael Martin Murphey

My kind of walking the lineWas down the side of a highwayI thought I'd never get caughtIn the kind of love where I'd stayThen I ran into youAnd my running was throughChorus:From the word goI knew I...

Talkin' To The Wrong Man Michael Martin Murphey

Hey, DaddyI've got a problemLast night I took my girlfriendFor a rideAnd the way sheTouched my hand, DadGot this funny feeling deep insideSo I leaned over and I kissed herPut my arms around her and...

Vanishing Breed Michael Martin Murphey

We're both the kind who can find peace of mind in the light of an old fireplaceWrapped in a blanket talking the night awayWatching snow falling the lone wolf is calling out into the endless spaceTh...

The Running Blood Michael Martin Murphey

I'm a big race horseI can run so fastI don't even think about bein lastWhen I make my moveI don't feel no painI got running blood rushin through my viensSo don't hold onDon't hold backIf you gonna ...

Children of the Wild World Michael Martin Murphey

You probably come from Canada the cold winds chased you downIs that a touch of snow upon your wing are you headed southward boundMove quickly wild bird the hunter comes from townHe longs to see you...

I'm Gonna Miss You, Girl Michael Martin Murphey

Oh yellow autumn moonYou'll find me blue tonightWhat with the summer goneWhat with the fading lightNo sails upon the lakeNo children upon the shoreNo funny sun burnt noseNo little country storeI mi...

Still Got The Fire Michael Martin Murphey

Listen as the wind blows through my lonely nights Stirring sparks of love into desire Memories ignite the scattered ember lights Baby, I've still got the fire Through the flame of love burns low f...

Never Givin' Up On Love Michael Martin Murphey

"Stars are fallin' and the moon is shinin' brightI can feel the teardrop in my eyeOne last kiss my darlin', remember me kindAnd always bear in mind someday we may meet againGoodbye my love, goodbye...

Got To Pay The Fiddler Michael Martin Murphey

She crossed the Mississippi and she headed westA hillbilly baby in a hot pink dressShe couldn't stand the slap of daddy's razor strap no moreHigh heel shoes clicking down the streetFishnet stocking...

Route 66 Michael Martin Murphey

If you ever plan to motor westTake my way the highway that's the bestGet your kicks on Route 66It winds from Chicago to LAMore than two thousand miles all the wayGet your kicks on Route 66You go th...

Land Of Enchantment Michael Martin Murphey

"I met a lady in my drifting daysI quickly fell under the spell of her loving waysA rose in the desert I loved her soIn the land of enchantment, New MexicoWe watched the sunset by the Rio GrandeA m...

Jukebox Michael Martin Murphey

It had bubbles goin' round and a big bass soundYou could feel right through your feetLike a beacon in the night with the green and orange lightJust a slot machine poundin' out the beatPlayed Silver...

Woodsmoke In The Wind Michael Martin Murphey

"You're out tonight with someone newYou think I'll stay right here and wait for youThis time you're wrong, I'm almost goneWalking out the door is all I've got left to doI'm gonna get so lost, I'll ...

Desperation Road Michael Martin Murphey

"Driving West out on I-40On my way to taste some California wineA broke down family flagged me downNear the Arizona lineTheir whole world was in a pickupI guess it couldn't pull the loadIt was just...

Family Tree Michael Martin Murphey

"Gonna buy some wood every size and lengthGonna build it good using all my strengthGonna clear the land where the house will beAnd start another branch of the family treeGonna chalk a line and lay ...

Long Line Of Love Michael Martin Murphey

Bought a beautiful diamond ring,Offered it to the sweetest thing I knowAnd she said she would take itStarted makin? some wedding plansShe looked at me and she took my hand and saidAre you sure we c...

Pearls in the Snow Michael Martin Murphey

In the love we knewWhy was I untrue?Will I ever find a love like yours again?For Christmas, girl, I gave you a string of pearls Hoping you'd forgive my faithless wanderingBut you turned away and sa...

Song From Lonesome Dove Michael Martin Murphey

Lonesome dove, I hear your cryAnd if I had wings to flyI'd join you in your restless flightThere's no place for a lonesome dove to rest tonightA rambler's heart is like a lonesome doveFar away from...

Rangeland Rebel Michael Martin Murphey

Ride rangeland rebelRide over the landRide to beat the devilRide for your own brandRide for your own brandI'm a rangeland rebelRiding for the leadI ride to beat the devilBeat the devil stampedeBeat...

Run Toward The Light Michael Martin Murphey

I don't know how this can beBut you chose to run with meThough the night ahead looks so blackNow we're risking everythingNot knowing what the day will bringWe're going where there's no turning back...

Summer Ranges Michael Martin Murphey

I wish that summerCould last foreverThat cold winds neverWould reach our doorI wish old partnersCould ride for everOn summer rangesForever moreBut snow must fallOn summer rangesOld friends must fac...