The Banks Of Ohio Lyrics

I asked my love to take a walk, To take a walk, just to walk a little way. Down beside, where the waters flow Down by the banks of the Ohio. [Chorus] Then only say that you'll be mine And in no other arms entwine. Down beside, where the waters flow Down by the banks of the Ohio. [Chorus] I held a knife against her breast As into my arms she pressed, She cried "Oh Willie, don't you murder me I'm not prepared for eternity!" [Chorus] I started home 'tween twelve and one I cried "My God! What have I done? Kkilled the only woman I loved Because she would not be my bride."