As my boat draws near the harbor
Knowing soon that you’ll be mine
But if another has you darling
I’ll go drifting with the tide
I have crossed the great wide ocean
I have waited for the time
But if another has you darling
I’ll go drifting with tide
A long, long time has passed my darling
Since that night you made those vows
I know my heart would break with sorrow
If you should say it’s over now
I’m in love with you my darling
And I’m praying you’ll be mine
But if you change your mind my darlin
I’ll go driftin with the tide