Clementine

by Johnny Cash · · Country
Lyrics

Quick Answer — Clementine Lyrics

[00:00.13] (Oh my darling Clementine) [00:05.67] She knew that Cody was the man she wanted [00:10.56] But she had waited nearly all her life [00:16.56] Just one more trip to town to tell the boys goodbye
Country 1959 English

Clementine Full Lyrics

[00:00.13] (Oh my darling Clementine) [00:05.67] She knew that Cody was the man she wanted [00:10.56] But she had waited nearly all her life [00:16.56] Just one more trip to town to tell the boys goodbye [00:22.73] Then he'd be back to take her for his wife [00:27.75] (Don't you worry) Clementine [00:33.45] Cody saddled up and left his darling [00:39.10] Then rode to town to celebrate his plan [00:44.16] He told 'em this would be his last carousing [00:50.07] I'm gonna settle down boys if I can [00:54.91] (With my darling) Clementine [01:01.18] Someone said it must have been past midnight [01:06.85] When Cody had to face a jealous man [01:12.11] Another story goes that no one really knows [01:18.03] But it seems there was a dancehall girl called Nan [01:22.91] (Don't you tell) Clementine [01:28.97] We do know that the shot or two was heard from some back room [01:34.69] Then there was a silence in the place [01:39.39] Just one more trip to town but all his chips were down [01:45.49] They found Cody lyin' on his face [01:50.12] (Softly callin') Clementine [01:56.03] So buddies make a monument to lay down at his head [02:01.88] Sure you hate to leave your pal behind [02:06.75] Mother help your daughter put her weddin' dress away [02:12.54] Cause Cody won't be ridin' back this time [02:17.20] (To his darling) Clementine [02:29.19]

Frequently Asked Questions

When was "Clementine" by Johnny Cash released?

"Clementine" by Johnny Cash was released in 1959.

What genre is "Clementine" by Johnny Cash?

"Clementine" by Johnny Cash is a Country song.

What are the opening lyrics of "Clementine"?

The opening lyrics are: "[00:00.13] (Oh my darling Clementine)"