Farewell to you, my own true love There were many fare thee wells I am bound for California A place I know right well
So fare thee well, my own true love When I return united we will be It's not the leaving of Liverpool that's grieves me But my darling when I think of thee
I have signed on a Yankee Clipper ship Davy Crockett is her name And the Captain’s name is Burgess And they say that she's a floating Hell
I have sailed with Burgess once before And I think I know him well If a man's a sailor, he can get along If not, then he's sure in Hell
Oh the ship is in the harbour, love And I wish I could remain For I know it will be a long, long time Before I see you again