take the train that leads from me again
that leaves me here to wait on your return
and write to you is all I care to do
and all my love is all I care to send

engineer on the nine, carry safely, on time
my baby home to me

treasure maps that help to lead you back
and compasses that only point you home
see the world, but don’t forget the girl
who needs you more than you could ever know

engineer on the nine, carry safely, on time
my baby home to me