Ruby’s Arms

Lyrics

[Verse 1] 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 [Verse 2] As I say goodbye to Ruby's arms Although my heart is breaking I will steal away out through your blinds Soon you will be waking [Bridge] Morning light has washed your face And everything is turning blue now Hold on to your pillowcase There's nothing I can do now [Verse 3] As I say goodbye to Ruby's arms You'll find another soldier And I swear to God, by Christmas time There'll be someone else to hold you [Bridge] The only thing I'm taking is The scarf off of your clothesline Walking past your chest of drawers And your broken wind chimes [Refrain] As I say goodbye, I'll say goodbye Say goodbye to Ruby's arms [Verse 4] I will feel my way down the darkened hall Out into the morning The hobos at the freight yards Have left their fires burning [Verse 5] And Jesus Christ, this goddamn rain Will someone put me on a train? I'll never kiss your lips again Or break your heart [Refrain] As I say goodbye, I'll say goodbye Say goodbye to Ruby's arms