Roses on the Dusty Trail

[Intro]
Dusty roads, a heart so bold
Valentine's in the sky’s cold glow
Roses in his hand, a love so grand
On the trail, he's a steadfast man

[Verse 1]
A wandering cowboy, under sun and star
Writing his love name from near to afar
On his Mustang, he rides through the dust
Valentine’s Day, he's getting back in a rush
From her dad’s blessing, and her mom’s embrace
Determined to see her, face to face

[Pre-Chorus]
Heartbeat pounding, on his way
His promise made, he's got to stay
Through the danger, through the fight
He’s marching toward his love tonight

[Chorus]
Oh, wait for me, my heart’s true call
Hold on tight, I’ll catch you if you fall
When the shadows rise and the bullets fly
I’ll take the hit, I’ll say goodbye
Will you be my forever, my harmony?
In the end, just wait for me

[Verse 2]
At the bank, the trouble’s near
Robbers move, and she’s in fear
Gunpoint threats, a deadly scene
His heart breaks at what he’s seen
He leaps in front, his life at stake
A ring falls, his vow he makes
Eyes meet hers, in the hardest fight
"Marry me," he whispers, last kiss goodnight

[Bridge]
In the dust, his final stand
A hero’s love across the land
Though he falls, his love won’t fade
His spirit lives in every prayer she’s prayed

[Outro]
Someday, she’ll tell their girl
Of the cowboy’s love, her brave full whirl
Hold on tight, the story’s true
Love’s eternal, in me and you

[End]
Forever waiting, heart in hand
Love’s last promise, across the sand

Country ballad, storytelling, acoustic guitar, violin, heartfelt vocals