Hats off to the Cowboy

HATS OFF TO THE COWBOY
RED STEAGALL & JOE MERRICK 1989
The city folks think that it's over
The cowboy has outlived his time.
An old worn out relic, a thing of the past
But the truth is he's still in his prime.
CHORUS
Hats off to the cowboy
He's still ridin' tall
He's a throwback to days on the trail.
He honors his Lord
And the man he works for
His saddle is never for sale.
The cowboy's the image of freedom
The hard ridin' boss of the range.
His trade is a fair one, he fights for what's right,
And his ethics aren't subject to change.
CHORUS
Hats off to the cowboy
He's still ridin' tall
Still saddles the rough string with pride
He's a shining example of the life that we love
He's showing us all how to ride.
He still tips his hat to the ladies
Let's you water first at the pond.
He believes a day's wages is worth a day's work
And his handshake and word are his bond.
CHORUS
Hats off to the cowboy
He's still ridin' tall
He lives by the cow country code
That's respecting your neighbors
Your family and friends
And totin' your share of the load.
REPEAT CHORUS
Hats off to the cowboy
He's still ridin' tall
Don't let him ride out of your sight
Cause the day he rides off in the sunset alone
Is the day that America dies.