From this valley they say you are leaving We shall miss your bright eyes and sweet smile For you take with you all the sunshine That has brightened my pathways awhile. Come and sit by my side if you love me Do not hasten to bid me adieu Just remember the Red River Valley And the cowboy who has loved you so true. For a long time my darling 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 Come and sit by my side if you love me Do not hasten to bid me bid me adieu Just remember the red river valley And the cowboy who has loved you so true.