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Banks Of The Ohio Lyrics by Marie Laforêt

Marie Laforêt

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I asked my love to take a walk
To take a walk, just a little walk
Down beside where the waters flow
Down by the banks of the Ohio
And only say that you'll be mine
In no others' arms entwine
Down beside where the waters flow
Down by the banks of the Ohio
I held a knife against her breast
As into my arms she pressed
She cried "oh Willy, don't murder me
I'm not prepared for eternity"
And only say that you'll be mine
In no others' arms entwine
Down beside where the waters flow
Down by the banks of the Ohio
I wandered home 'tween twelve and one
I cried, "My God, what have I done?"
Killed the only woman I love
Because she would not be my bride
And only say that you'll be mine
In no others' arms entwine
Down beside where the waters flow
Down by the banks of the Ohio
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Marie Laforêt

Marie Laforêt

About “Banks Of The Ohio” by Marie Laforêt

Read the complete lyrics to "Banks Of The Ohio" by Marie Laforêt from the album "Marie Laforêt". 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 Pop.

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"Banks Of The Ohio" is credited to Marie Laforêt. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Banks Of The Ohio" appears on "Marie Laforêt".

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