Peter, Paul & Mary - Long Chain On Lyrics
One night as I lay on my pillow,Moonlight as bright as the dawnI saw a man come a walking,He had a long chain on.I heard his chains a clankin,They made a mournful sound,Welded around his body,Draggin along the ground.Chorus:He had a long chain onHe had a long chain onHe had a long chain onHe stood beside my window,He looked at me and he saidI am so tired and hungry.Give me a bite of your breadHe didnt look like a robber,He didnt look like a thiefHis voice was as soft as the moonlight,A face full of sorrow and grief.(chorus)I went into my kitchen,Fetched him a bowl full of meatA drink and a pan of cold biscuits,Thats what I gave him to eatThough he was tired and hungryA bright light came over his faceHe bowed his head in the moonlight,He said a beautiful grace.(chorus)I got my hammer and chisel,Offered to set him freeHe looked at me and said softly,I guess we had best let it be.When he had finished his supper,He thanked me again and again.Though its been years since Ive seen him,Still hear him draggin his chain.(chorus)
