I’m gonna lay down my burden
Down by the riverside (3x)
I’m gonna lay down my burden
Down by the riverside, Ain’t gonna study war no more

Ain’t gonna study war no more
Ain’t gonna study war no more (repeat)

I’m gonna lay down my sword and shield
Down by the riverside (3x)
I’m gonna lay down my sword and shield
Down by the riverside, Ain’t gonna study war no more

I’m gonna try on my starry crown
Down by the riverside (3x)
I’m gonna try on my starry crown
Down by the riverside, Ain’t gonna study war no more

I’m gonna talk with the Prince of Peace
Down by the riverside (3x)
I’m gonna talk with the Prince of Peace
Down by the riverside, Ain’t gonna study war no more

Anonymous, Public Domain