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Stray Bullet Lyrics by Bruce Springsteen

The Ties That Bind: The River Collection

2015

In the tall grass, we held hands
Down by the river, we made plans
Of what would and would not be
It was impossible to see

Their black boots shone in the sun
They were waiting on the Annandale train when my baby come
Little girl with the long black hair
Do you know what lies ’neath the long coats that they wear?

Once I swore you’d ride with me
(To some far and distant shore)
Down where this river meets the sea
(I’ll make you mine forevermore)
Over these dark hills, I'd walk alone
(Just to hold you in my arms)
To lie with you on a bed of stone

River blood-red with the years
You can flood this valley with a thousand tears
Wash away all that’s been found
But you’ll never wash away the sound

Of the stray bullet that shot my baby down
Of the stray bullet that shot my baby down
Of the stray bullet that shot my baby down
Of the stray bullet that shot my baby down

About “Stray Bullet” by Bruce Springsteen

Read the complete lyrics to "Stray Bullet" by Bruce Springsteen from the album "The Ties That Bind: The River Collection" in 2015. On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under In English, USA, Rock.

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"Stray Bullet" is credited to Bruce Springsteen. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Stray Bullet" appears on "The Ties That Bind: The River Collection" in 2015.

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