Can't Be Too Long

The heat of a summer day, poundin' down on my back

Work like a dog in the sunlight tryin' to pay the people back

I killed a man in the spring time

Had to work hard just to make a dime

To buy my baby the things that she needs

I guess I didn't think twice and now I have to pay the price

For killing a man of another creed

I guess I'll have to be strong

The rest of my life can't be too long

I know I'll die some day and be going far away

And you won't remember the things that I've done

I feel a shedding tear, it's only been a year

But I know I'll be dead when that evening comes

I guess I'll have to be strong

The rest of my life can't be too long