I Wish I’d Never Lied

I wish I never tried
To sing so brave and strong
I wish I never lied
That's where I went wrong

Folks think I'm a hero
But I know I'm not
They've all heard my tall tales
And seen the medal I've got
Folks think you're a hero
We know you're not

I took credit for something I didn't do
If anyone's brave, Clementine, it's you

Folks think I'm a hero
But I know I'm not
They've all heard my big-talking words
And seen the medal I've got
Folks think you're a hero
But I'm really not