Lonesome Prairie
Whispers of Longing on the Lonesome Prairie
Lyrics
I'm sitting on the lonesome prairie
I am currently situated in the desolate prairie.
Watching the coal train roll by
I'm observing a train carrying coal pass by.
I wonder where you are today, lady
I'm pondering your whereabouts, wondering where you are, dear lady.
And if you're sleeping all alone tonight
I contemplate if you are alone while asleep tonight.
Out here on the lonesome prairie
On this isolated prairie, there's consistent rainfall.
It rains a little everyday
There's a daily occurrence of rain here, which I don't necessarily dislike.
I can't say I mind but I'm aching
Although I don't mind the rain, I yearn deeply to kiss your face.
To press another kiss upon your face
I ache to express my affection by kissing you.
Walking on the lonesome prairie
While traversing this desolate prairie, a man might become absorbed in a dream-like state.
A man'll get lost in a dream
Men tend to lose themselves in dreams, but I remain awake, waiting for you.
But me I stay awake for you, lady
I stay alert and conscious, anticipating your return to me.
In case you would be coming home to me
I'm awake, hoping for your homecoming.
Sundown on the lonesome prairie
As the sun sets in this desolate place,
Lord, it's cold here at night
The nights here are bitterly cold.
And I just blame myself if I miss you
If I miss you, I solely hold myself accountable.
I'm tossing til the morning brings a light
I toss and turn until morning arrives.
Tomorrow on the lonesome prairie
Tomorrow, I'll be in the same place,
I'll be watching the coal train roll by
Observing the passing coal train yet again.
I wonder if you think about me, lady
I wonder if you ever think of me, dear lady,
And if you're sleeping all alone tonight
And if you're alone in your sleep once more.
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