I see the dust of riders closing fast, sheriff and his posse found my trail at last Slip into my boots and holster my gun, this is the life of an outlaw on the run Gather what I can; toss it in my pack, saddle up ol' Willie Boy and hop up on his back Rears up on his hind legs and like a bullet from a gun, he's quick to a gallop and again We're on the run An outlaw needs a partner who's there in time of need Been none better than this loyal steed Without my trusted friend there's no telling where I'd be He deserves so much better than a Hell-bound outlaw like me Full day of ridin' haven't lost 'em yet; we hideout in the darkness and take some time to Rest Willie Boy is tired, I can see it in his eyes, this is it; it's the end of the ride Lord I know I don't deserve anything of you, I've lived an outlaw's life and broken all your Rules For me I ask nothing, I won't hear the angels sing, but when comes the time could you Please Give ol' Willie Boy some wings An outlaw needs a partner who's there in time of need Been none better than this loyal steed Without my trusted friend there's no telling where I'd be He deserves so much better than a Hell-bound outlaw like me He deserves so much better than a no good, no count, hell-bound outlaw like me