Lyrics: Porter Wagoner. I Just Can't Let You Say Goodbye.

I had not planned on seeing you, I was afraid of what I'd do
But pride is strong and here am I, I just can't let you say goodbye
Please have no fear, you're in no harm as long as you're here in my arms
But you can't leave, so please don't try, I just can't let you say goodbye

What force behind your evil mind can make your lips speak so unkind
The one who loves as much as I, I just can't let you say goodbye
The fresh around your throat is pale intended by my fingernails
Please don't scream, please don't cry, I just can't let you say goodbye

Your voice is still, now it speaks no more
You'll never hurt me anymore
You know death is a friend to love and I
'Cause now you'll never say goodbye