V.1 As the mountains pass us by Wheels are turning Now we're nearing as the crow flies Memories burning As the family phantoms gather End this journey Before we reach that lonesome pasture Let us tarry
Chorus: When you lay me down Don't forget to leave my boots on (repeat) North Carolina where have you been (repeat)
V.2 Wash my body In the waterfalls of vampire county Cradle my head With Spanish moss in a cypress bed and oh my darling I couldn't love you more and to my family I'll meet you over on that distant shore