Lyrics:

[Verse 1]Oh, sweet mama, lay me down in my graveLeave me, baby, I''m too far gone to saveThe snow is comin'', all the village folk knowThis wicked shiver chills me down to my soul[Chorus]Only time will tellTake the ox to town and you can sellLeave me in my bed today[Verse 2]The Yankee peddler bargains with you on his wayWoe sweet mama''s gotten herself a new drayKeep the children snug as the wagon rolls onWhen the cold wind blows most of them will be gone[Chorus]Only time can tellTake the ox to town and I''ll get wellLeave me in my bed todayOnly time will tellYou take the ox to town and you can sellLeave me in my bed today