I have travelled all this world around
And rare beauty in some lands I've found
But to me, none can compare with my Scotland
I've met many friends along the way
And they tried, but could not make me stay away
From the land I love, my Scotland
So, when I die, please, take me back
To the land where I was born
And gently lay me down in peaceful sleep
With clear rippling waters flowing by
And the mountains reaching to the sky
Then I know I'll rest in peace in my Scotland
Many mighty men have walked upon
The rugged hills and glens
And many lost their fight for life
To keep their country free
But all their hopes and dreams live on
I can feel them close though they are gone
Their spirit still lives on, within
The hearts of you and me
So, when I die, please, take me back
To the land where I was born
And gently lay me down in peaceful sleep
With clear rippling waters flowing by
And the mountains reaching to the sky
Then I know I'll rest in peace in my Scotland
With clear rippling waters flowing by
And the mountains reaching to the sky
Then I know I'll rest in peace in my Scotland
