Vocal Gems ‎#120

120. Don't Forget the Old Folks

1 While afar you wander seeking wealth and fame,
Tho' in stranger lands you may roam;
Knowing that they love you ev'ry day the same.
Don't forget "The old folks at home."

Refrain:
Don't forget "The old folks at home,"
Cheer their loving hearts while you roam;
Don't forget that they may soon be called away,
Don't forget "The old folks at home."

2 When by evil tempted from the upward way,
Light divine will brighten the goal
If you think of those who taught you how to pray,
Don't forget "The old folks at home." [Refrain]

3 Do you wish to meet them in the world above?
Love them while on earth they must roam;
Cheer them with your letters, soothe them with your love.
Don't forget "The old folks at home." [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: While afar you wander seeking wealth and fame
• Title: Don't Forget the Old Folks
• Author: James Rowe
• Refrain First Line: Don't forget the old folks at home
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1935
• Copyright: © 1928 by R. H. Cornelius
• Notes: Public Domain

Tune Information

• Name: [While afar you wander seeking wealth and fame]
• Composer: R. H. Cornelius
• Key: E♭ Major
• Copyright: © 1928 by R. H. Cornelius
• Notes: Public Domain