In the shadows of the highway lights
Where the legends came to share their nights
Kris, with Willie, Johnny, and Waylon too
You painted stories, we all knew
Oh, the legacy, it shines so bright
In every song, in every fight
Kris, your voice, it led the way
With every word, you made us stay
Together we roamed, together we sang
Through the struggles, the joy, the pain
With every note, we built a bridge
To the dreams we dared to live
Oh, the legacy, it shines so bright
In every song, in every fight
Kris, your voice, it led the way
With every word, you made us stay
So let's honor the tales you spun
In the heart of country, you were the one
With every laugh, with every tear
Kris Kristofferson, we hold you dear
Oh, the legacy, it shines so bright
In every song, in every fight
Kris, your voice, it led the way
With every word, you made us stay
So here's to the highwaymen, side by side
With you in our hearts, we'll take that ride
Kris, your legacy will never fade
In every song, your spirit stayed