SILVER STAR, THE
Title song from the film "The Silver Star" (1955)
(Jimmy Wakely)


Jimmy Wakely (Film Soundtrack) - 1955





I love her, I love her, but what can I do
Will I ever know the love I crave
For what good am I buried underneath the sky
And her plantin' flowers on my grave

A star made of silver on my vest
A symbol of those who tamed the West
Worn by men who fought and died
While their women stood and cried
And I'm sure to wind up like the rest

A star made of silver on my vest
A symbol of men who tamed the West
Always ready for the call
Wear it bravely, stand or fall 
A lawman must always stand the test

A star is a symbol, so they say
And I'll never falter, come what may
Always ready for the call
Wear it bravely, stand or fall 
A lawman must always earn his pay






(Transcribed by Mel Priddle - April 2015)