I was born across the river
In the mountains where I call home.
Lord, times were good there.

Don't know why I ever roamed

Oh, Tennessee River and a mountain man,

We get together anytime we can.
Oh, Tennessee River and a mountain man,
We play together in Mother Nature's band.


Me and my woman's done made our plans
On the Tennessee River, walkin' hand in hand

Gonna raise a famly, Lord, settle down
Where peace and love can still be found.


Oh, Tennessee River and a mountain man,
We get together anytime we can.
Oh, Tennessee River and a mountain man,

We play together in Mother Nature's band.