Down to the Gallows

Down to the Gallows

My hands are tied
There’s nothing I can do
‘Cept say hello to death
And goodbye to you
As I walk up the steps
At the toll of the bell
He asks “Any last words?”
I say “See you in hell!”

I’m goin’ down to the gallows
There’s nothin’ I can do
I’m goin’ down to the gallows
Say goodbye to you
I’m goin’ down to the gallows
At the toll of the bell
I’m goin’ down to the gallows
And down into hell!

As I cross the stage,
People turn their eyes.
They’re afraid of the truth,
They think it’s all lies.
I stand on the stool
A rope ‘round my head,
My stomach drops,
And now I am dead!

(Short rhythmic guitar solo)

I’m goin’ down to the gallows
There’s nothin’ I can do
I’m goin’ down to the gallows
Say goodbye to you
I’m goin’ down to the gallows
At the toll of the bell
I’m goin’ down to the gallows
And down into hell

(Bluesy guitar solo until abrupt end)