From this valley they say you are leaving 
We shall miss your bright eyes and sweet smile 
For you take with you all of the sunshine 
That has brightened our pathway a while 

 [bad word] sit by my side if you love me 
Do not hasten to bid me adieu 
Just remember the Red River Valley 
And the cowboy that's loved you so [bad word] 

For a long time, my darlin', I've waited 
For the sweet words you never would say 
Now at last all my fond hopes have vanished 
For they say that you're going away 

 [bad word] sit by my side if you love me 
Do not hasten to bid me adieu 
Just remember the Red River Valley 
And the cowboy that's loved you so [bad word]