[Spoken Intro] "Okay folks, this song I have adapted from a poem my mother-in-law wrote many years ago. She gave me this for safekeeping, and it goes like this..." Verse 1 I've travelled around Australia, Been to cities, towns and coast, There's a little town called Texas, The place I love the most. The rolling hills and shady valleys Are a picture to behold, From springtime through to winter, Its beauty's never told. Chorus Oh Texas, Texas, on the border far away, Where the river gently wanders and the gum trees softly sway, Friendly hearts and open doors, you'll never be alone, There's a little town called Texas, and I'll always call it home. Verse 2 The lazy river flowing Is adorned by giant trees, And gracious weeping willows Swaying gently in the breeze. There's barefoot children playing On the banks so lush and green, Swinging from the willows Into waters blue and clean. Chorus Oh Texas, Texas, on the border far away, Where the river gently wanders and the gum trees softly sway, Friendly hearts and open doors, You'll never be alone, There's a little town called Texas, And I'll always call it home. Bridge The folks within this township Always lend a helping hand, To those who need some comfort Or the farmers on the land. A smile, a meal, a bed to rest, A kindness freely given, The sort of country welcome That makes this place like heaven. Final Chorus Oh Texas, Texas, on the border far away, Where the river gently wanders and the gum trees softly sway, If you're near the Queensland border and you're travel-worn instead, You'll see the sign to Texas, Not very far ahead. Friendly hearts and open doors, You'll never be alone, There's a little town called Texas, And I'll always call it home. Outro There's a little town called Texas, The place I love the most... [Long Pause] (Spoken softly) "Your words remain with us, Mum."
