I got my ticket for the long way 'round
Two bottle 'a whiskey for the way
And I sure would like some sweet company
And I'm leaving tomorrow, wha-do-ya say?

Who knows how long I've loved you
You know I love you still
Will I wait a lonely lifetime
If you want me to, I will

I got my ticket for the long way 'round
I didn't catch your name
It's got mountains, it's got rivers
It's got sights to give you shivers
But I will always feel the same

When I'm gone
(Love you forever)
When I'm gone
(And forever)
You're gonna miss me when I'm gone
(Love you with all my heart)
You're gonna miss me by my hair
(Love you whenever we're together)
You're gonna miss me everywhere, oh
(Love you when we're apart)
You're gonna miss me when I'm gone

And when at last I find you
Your song will fill the air
(You're gonna miss me by my walk)
Sing it loud so I can hear you
(You're gonna miss me by my talk)
Make It easy to be near you
All the things you do endear you to me
Oh You're gonna miss me when I'm gone