(Beasley Smith - Billy Vaughn - Randy Wood)

I'd rather die young
Than grow old without you
So don't ever leave me
Whatever you do.

Though others may tempt you
And tell you they care
You'll find only sorrow
In a secret affair.

I'd rather die young
Than grow old all alone
Please tell me you love me
Let me call you my own.

To see someone's picture
Where my picture hung
Believe me my darling
I'd rather die young.

Don't leave me
Mever leave me
Please don't leave me
Never leave me.

I'd rather die young
Than grow old all alone
Please tell me you love me
Let me call you my own...