Hey Howdy Hey
Riders in the Sky Lyrics

There's a way to say "hello"
Let me tell you about a friendly greeting

That all the cowboys know
It's common knowledge among cowboys

A phrase that even city folks can say
It's not just for people from rural areas

Well ya just say "Hey," then "Howdy"
This is how you do it

And then say "Hey" again
One last "Hey" for good measure

Yep, that's the way we say "Hey Howdy Hey!"
That's the greeting we use and it's a good one!

Oh!
I'm feeling excited and energetic!

Sing along with me, now one, two, three
Let's all join in on the fun

Hey Howdy Hey!
This is our greeting, let's say it with enthusiasm

Yell it nice and loud and tall and proud
Be confident and make some noise

Well you could say "Howdy pardner," it that's yer cowboy style
If you prefer a different greeting, that's okay too

But when you say "Hey howdy hey!" you'll always get a smile
Our greeting is known to make people happy

So greetch yer kin with a big old grin an'
When you meet your friends and family, put on a smile

"Hey Howdy Hey!"
And give them a warm and friendly greeting

Jest say hello ta ev'ryone you know with
Use this greeting for everyone, not just cowboys

"Hey Howdy Hey!"
Say it with enthusiasm and positivity

You c'n betch yer last plug nickel that you'll have a sunny day
Using this greeting will brighten your day

When ya simply smile and say "Hey Howdy Hey!"
It's an easy way to spread cheer

Ev'ry old cowpoke and his old cowfolk say
Even the seasoned cowboys use this greeting

"Hey Howdy Hey!"
It's a friendly and welcoming thing to say

And ev'ry buffalo gal in the old corral say
The cowgirls know it too

"Hey Howdy Hey!" ("You've got it!")
They've learned it and love it just as much as the cowboys

Ev'ry rough and rootin' rider, with his rugged rawhide reins
Even the tough and gritty riders use this greeting

And ev'ry friendly farmer above the fruited plains
It's not just for cowboys and cowgirls

Now say it like ya saw a snake! ("Whoa!")
Let's have some fun and say it with a scared whisper

"Hey Howdy Hey!"
Our greeting can have many different inflections and emotions behind it

And now say it like it's choc'late cake!
Let's have even more fun and say it with joy

"Hey Howdy Hey!"
It's versatile and can be said in many different ways

You c'n betch yer spurs'n saddle, that things'll go yer way
Using this greeting can improve your luck and mood

When ya simply smile and wave and laugh 'n
Combine the greeting with other friendly actions

Jump up 'n down 'n turn around 'n Jimmy Crack
Let loose and have some fun

Corn 'n skip to m' lou 'm kiss yer mom 'n brush
Do silly and enjoyable things to spread positivity

Yer teeth 'n make a face and holy smoke 'n
Use this greeting as a catalyst for laughter and joy

Say "Hey Howdy Hey!"
And never forget the power of a simple, friendly greeting

Hey!
Keep spreading positivity, y'all!