Delbert McClinton

Baby Ruth
Well it's sure good to see you, but my how you've changed Since the last time I saw you, girl, you been rearranged I always said your people was just like my kin When I was down and out, they would always take me in Oh, I love you, my baby Ruth Never lie to you, I only tell the truth Oh, I loved you since you were a child Every time I see you, girl, always raise a smile When I was livin' on the highway, you didn't turn me out I've lived in your closet and you fed me by mouth My boots were my pillow wrapped under my head I kept all my stuff stashed under your bed Oh, I love you, my baby Ruth Never lie to you, I only tell the truth Oh, I loved you since you were a child Every time I see you, girl, you always raise a smile Oh, I love you, my Baby Ruth Never like to you, I only tell the truth Oh, I loved you since you were a child Every time I see you, girl, you always raise a smile Aus Songtexte Mania