Of so many beauties in this vast and immense cosmos I quote one that amazes me There is a river full of life So great and so deep With an incomparable beauty- It is ever present throughout the nation And tells so many sad and happy stories Over the centuries It inspires poets and composers Sung in verse and short stories In voluptuous songs The ancient islanders and historians still remember Of the many steamboat races They also remember a dangerous killer, Slave trader, A horse thief named John Murrell, He had a headquarter on Island 37, He was even quoted by Mark Twain, And if you want to know more of these gorgeous stories Just reach the river's edge and admire it with respect Mississippi River Father of Waters I am in your presence again Mississippi River Body of a nation I always miss seeing you As ever, it is charming. Old River full of legends and tales Brings full life and happiness Hail! Great Old Man River, Hail!