Lyrics:

When pioneers moved to the West,
With courage strong they met the test.
They pushed their handcarts all day long,
And as they pushed they sang this song:
For some must push and some must pull,
As we go marching up the hill;
So merrily on our way we go
Until we reach the Valley-o.

Optional descant
Push and pull
As we go up the hill;
So on our way
Until we reach the Valley-o.