BANKS OF THE OHIO
Key: D

           D              A
I asked my love to take a walk,
                           D
Just a walk, just a little walk,
            D7                  G
Down beside    where the waters flow,
            D     A        D
Down by the banks   of the Ohio.



I held a knife against her breast
As into my arms she pressed
She cried "My love, don't you murder me,
I'm not prepared for eternity."



Chorus

And only say that you'll be mine,
In no other's arms entwine,
Down beside where the waters flow,
Down by the banks of the Ohio.



I wandered home 'tween 12 and 1
I cried "My God what have I done?
I've killed the only one I love,
She would not take by her side."

Chorus