The city folks think it's all over
That the cowboy has outlived his time
An old worn-out relic, a thing of the past
The truth is he's still in his prime
Hats off to the cowboy, he's still ridin' tall
He's a throwback to days on the trail
He honors his Lord and the man he works for
His saddle is never for sale
His saddle is never for sale
The cowboy's the image of freedom
The hard ridin' boss of the range
His trade is a fair one, he fights for what's right
And his ethics aren't subject to change
Hats off to the cowboy, he's still ridin' tall
Still saddles a rough string with pride
He's a shining example of the life that we love
He's showin' us all how to ride
He's showin' us all how to ride
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He still tips his hat to the ladies
Lets you water first at the pond
He believes a day's wages is worth a day's work
And his handshake and word are his bond
Hats off to the cowboy, he's still ridin' tall
He lives by the cow country code
That's respecting your neighbors, your family and friends
And totin' your share of the load
And totin' your share of the load
Hats off to the cowboy, he's still ridin' tall
Don't let him ride out of your sight
'Cause the day he rides off in the sunset alone
Is the day that America dies
Yeah don't let America die