C G A D7 G D7
G
A girl sitting near was heard to exclaim
C G
"If you put him off, it's a shame."
Taking his hand, a collection she made
A D7
The boy's way was paid on the train
G
"I'm obliged to you miss for your kindness to me."
C G
"You're welcome," she said, "never fear."
C G
Each time the conductor would pass through the car
A D7 G
The boy's words would ring in his ear
G
"Please Mr. Conductor
C G
Don't put me off of this train
The best friend I have in this world sir
A D7
Is waiting for me in pain
G
Expecting to die any moment sir
C G
And may not live through the day
C G
I wanna reach home and kiss mother goodbye
A D7 G
Before God takes her away."
Outro:
C G
"I wanna reach home and kiss mother goodbye
A D7 G
Before God takes her away."