Banks of the Ohio Johnny Cash

On this page, discover the full lyrics of the song "Banks of the Ohio" by Johnny Cash. Lyrxo.com offers the most comprehensive and accurate lyrics, helping you connect with the music you love on a deeper level. Ideal for dedicated fans and anyone who appreciates quality music.

[Verse 1]
I asked my love to take a walk
Take a walk, just a little ways
And as we walked along we talked
Of when would be our wedding day

[Chorus]
And only say that you'll be mine
In no others' arms entwined
Down beside where the waters flow
Down by the banks of the Ohio

[Verse 2]
I asked her if she'd marry me
And my wife forever be
She only turned her head away
And had no other words to say

[Chorus]
And only say that you'll be mine
In no others' arms entwined
Down beside where the waters flow
Down by the banks of the Ohio

[Verse 3]
I plunged a knife into her breast
And told her she was going to rest
She cried, "Oh, Willy, don't murder me
I'm not prepared for eternity"
I took her by her golden curls
And drug her down to the riverside
And there I threw her in to drown
And I watched her as she floated down

Previous Lyric Next Lyric