We rode all night across an endless desert We had no moon to light our way And though a million stars were slowly turning We lacked the consciences to pray
Our horses running like a devil chase us Their feet they hardly touched the ground Yes I'm familiar with a grey wolf howling But I'm certain I never heard that sound Devil to pay on judgement day Would Jesus strike me down if I should pray? This cowboy song is all I know To bring me back into your arms Your distant sun, your shining light You'll be my dog-star shining tonight