Ruby's Arms

I will leave behind all of my clothes



I wore when I was with you



All I need s my railroad boots



And my leather jacket



As I say goodbye to Ruby s arms



Although my heart is breaking



I will steal away out through your blinds



For soon you will be waking



The morning light has washed your face

...

And everything is turning blue ... now



Hold on to your pillow case



There s nothing I can do ... now



As I say goodbye to Ruby s Arms



You ll find another soldier



And I swear to God by Christmastime



There ll be someone else to hold you



The only thing I m taking is



The scarf off of your clothes ... line



I ll hurry past your chestofdrawers



And your broken wind ... chimes



As I say goodbye, I ll say goodbye



Say goodbye to Ruby s Arms



I will feel my way down the darkened hall



Out into the morning



The Hoboes at the freight yards



Have kept their fires burning



Jesus Christ this God damn rain



Will someone put me on a train



I ll never kiss your lips again



Or break ... your heart



As I say goodbye ... I ll say goodbye



Say goodbye ...to Ruby s Arms