Classic Poem

Says I went to Lake Michigan
stood on the banks and cried
Well I went to Lake Michigan
stood on the banks and cried
Says I want to see my baby over yonder
but it was so long and deep and wide

Says I hung my head, baby, and I
slowly walked away
And I hung my head, baby,
and I slowly walked away
I said, That's all right, Lake Michigan
I hope you will go dry some day

Said the moon got gloomy, Lord,
the clouds begin to rise
Said the moon got gloomy,
and the clouds begin to rise
I want to cross Lake Michigan
and see my gal on the other side

And I fell down on my knees, babe,
and prayed, What shall I do
Fell down on my knees and I
prayed, What shall I do
Says I hope some day my
baby want to cross Lake Michigan too