Working on the section, dollar and a half a day,
Working for my Lula; getting more than pay, Cap'n,
Getting more than pay.
Working on the railroad, mud up to my knees,
Working for my Lula; she's a hard old girl to please, Cap'n,
She's a hard girl to please.
So don't let your watch run down, Cap'n,
Don't let your watch run down.