Well, i've been stepped on, baby,
By people i thought were my friends.
I tried so hard to make it.
But the bad times never end.
I got just one thing now, baby,
One thing on my mind.
Gonna pack it up, little darlin'.
And leave you far behind.

Chorus:
I'll be running.
Yes, 'll be running down the line.

Well, i've beeen locked up, oh yes,
They threw away the key,
When i need you then bad, woman.
You ran up and ran out on me.
I just got one thing now, baby.
One thing on my mind,
Gotta pack it up little darlin'.
Ain't no use in crying.

Chorus:
I'll be running,
Yes, i'll be running down the line.

Lead guitar and harp break

Yea, life was so sweet, little baby,
Now i've got my doubts.
I don't remember checking in,
But i'm soon to check out.
Got just one thing now, baby,
One thing on my mind,
Gonna pack it up, mama,
This time i ain't lying.

Chorus:
I'll be running,
Yes, i'll be running, on down the line.
I'll be running,
Yes, i'll be running, on down the line.