[slow build] [instrumental intro] [Verse 1] Oh, Susanna, don't you cry for me, I'm coming from Alabama, banjo on my knee The sun is hot, the river's wide, the road is long to roam, But I'll keep on strumming 'til I make it home. [Pre-Chorus] Oh, Susanna, hear my song tonight, Underneath the southern sky, everything feels right. [Chorus] Oh, Susanna, don't let the fire fade, Through the storm and pouring rain, the music's here to stay. Oh, Susanna, feel the rhythm grow, From Alabama's heartstrings, let the melody flow. [break] [Verse 2] The clouds are dark, the thunder rolls, my boots are caked with mud, But your voice keeps me moving, lifting me above. Every strum’s a heartbeat, every note’s a call, Oh, Susanna, you're my all in all. [Pre-Chorus] Oh, Susanna, hear my song tonight, Underneath the southern sky, everything feels right. [Chorus] Oh, Susanna, don't let the fire fade, Through the storm and pouring rain, the music's here to stay. Oh, Susanna, feel the rhythm grow, From Alabama's heartstrings, let the melody flow. [instrumental interlude] [Bridge] Banjo strings are calling, like whispers on the breeze, Every note a promise, Susanna, wait for me. The road may twist and turn, but my heart will never stray, Oh, Susanna, I'm coming home today. [Chorus] Oh, Susanna, don't let the fire fade, Through the storm and pouring rain, the music's here to stay. Oh, Susanna, feel the rhythm grow, From Alabama's heartstrings, let the melody flow. [Outro] Oh, Susanna, oh, Susanna, Banjo strings will always sing, forever Alabama. [fade out] [end] [Outro] Oh, Susanna, oh, Susanna, Banjo strings will always sing, forever Alabama. [fade out] [end]