Bright Sunny South

Em A A Em From the bright sunny south to the war, I was sent, Em E'er the days of my boyhood, I scarcely had spent. Em From it's cool shady forests and deep flowing streams, A Em Asus4 Ever fond in my mem'ry and sweet in my dreams. A Em Oh, my dear little sister, I still see her tears. Em When I had to leave home in our tender years. Em And my sweet gentle mother, so dear to my heart, A Em Asus4 It grieved me sincerely when we had to part. A Em Said my kind-hearted father as he took my hand: Em "As you go in defense of our dear native land, Em "Son, be brave but show mercy whenever you can. A Em Asus4 "Our hearts will be with you, 'til you 'turn again." A Em In my bag there's a bible to show me the way, Em Through my trials here on earth and to Heaven some day. Em I will shoulder my musket and brandish my sword, A Em Asus4 A In defense of this land and the word of the Lord.