When you get there, and I know you'll go.
Just a couple of things you'll need to know
They got a big old gate
But that's just for show.
They been waiting on you forever.
There's a house beneath some trees.
There's a good old car, still starts with ease.
Pull down the visor
You'll find the keys
Anytime you need to go.
There's a split cane rod, with 2 pound test
There's an old felt hat you like the best.
And there's a book of flies
In a canvas vest
In the hallway by the door.
And there's a river, deep and cool
Lots of shade, and sheltered pools.
Those damned trout
Still make you look a fool
There's just so much even God can do.
Lots of shows to do in the little towns
The good people come from miles around
They got some genius up there
Does the sound
And they always pay in cash
Brand new strings on the old guitar
There's a dark eyed girl sitting at the bar
And that charm of yours
Might get you far
Or you could just win her with that sweet smile.
So when you get there, say hello for me
There's music and there's books and there's poetry
Lots of friends
For you to see
Tell them all hello.
The river flows by deep and fast
Clouds fill the sky…they don't last
I've lost track of all the souls who've pa**ed
Like shadows on the water
Like shadows on the water.