Leaving of Liverpool

Farewell to you, my own true love 
 There were many fare thee wells 
 I am bound for California 
 place I know right well 

 So fare thee well, my own true love 
 When I return united we will be 
 It's not the leaving of Liverpool that's grieves me 
 But my darling when I think of thee 

 I have signed on a Yankee Clipper ship 
 Davy Crockett is her name 
 And the Captain’s name is Burgess 
 And they say that she's a floating Hell 

 I have sailed with Burgess once before 
 And I think I know him well 
 If a man's a sailor, he can get along 
 If not, then he's sure in Hell 

 Oh the ship is in the harbour, love 
 And I wish I could remain 
 For I know it will be a long, long time 
 Before I see you again