Barbara Joe Lyrics - Singles - Bobby Bare

Will you be there in the courtyard Barbara Joe 

Will your honor be avenged with justice done 

When they cover my head over Barbara Joe 

Will you hide your face in shame for what you done 

You were always wild and reckless Barbara dear 

But I worshipped you my love was like a fire 

And your wedding was the high spot of the social year 

But your marriage left so much to be desired 

Say that you were willing Barbara Joe the face you're saving gives away your sin 

All your husband's money can't restore this cry 

Say that you were willing don't let me die 

[ ac.guitar ] 

When the phone rang in the middle of the night 

Your tender voice was shaking with alarm 

So without a thought I hurried to your side 

Only thinking to protect you from all harm 

You threw your arms around me it was like a dream 

And what we knew was bound to happen dear 

And the doorway framed your husband and I heard you scream 

And unless you speak tomorrow I'll be dead 

So say that you were willing... 

Say that you were willing don't let me die