Ode to a cowboy from the wild wild west
You've played all morning now it's time to rest
Now your long day is over the west is won
There'll be new adventures waiting for you my son

Brave little cowboy you are only five
Riding the big range on the cattle drive
Looking out for Indians who may lurk near
You are learning little cowboy to conquer fear

Dream little cowboy of the world you seek
Fear not the stranger and protect the weak
Dream of wide peaceful meadows and clear blue skies
And a little pinto pony that's just your size

Sleep little cowboy let your dream run free
Capture wild horses then ride back to me
Just watch out for the villain that wants your gold
Time will rob you of your treasure when you grow old

Ride off to dreamland while i sing this song
Ode to a cowboy who can do no wrong
Legendary heroes were not as wise
As my tousled headed partner with sleepy eyes

Take off your sombrero partner and close your eyes,
Just close your your sleepy eyes mmmmmmmmmmmmmm

Copyright: MUSIQWARE PUBLISHING GMBH
Writer(s): DAVE BRUBECK