Who is the tall, dark stranger there?
Maverick is his name
Riding the trail to who-knows-where
Luck is his companion

Gambling is his game
Wild as a wind in Oregon,
Blowing up the canyon
Easier to tame

River boat, ring your bell!
Fare thee well, Annabelle
Luck is the lady that he loves the best

Traveling 'round New Orleans,
Living on jacks and queens
Maverick is the legend of the West