[Verse 1]
On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross
The emblem of suffering and shame
And love that old cross where the dearest and best
For a world of lost sinners was slain
[Chorus]
So I'II cherish the old rugged cross
'Til my trophies at last lay down
I will cling to the old rugged cross
And exchange it some day for a crown
[Verse 2]
To that old rugged cross I will ever be true
It's shame and reproach gladly bear
Then he'll call me some day to my home far away
Where his glory forever I'II share
[Chorus]
And I'II cherish the old rugged cross
'Til my trophies at last I lay down
I will cling to the old rugged cross
And exchange it some day for a crown
[Instrumental Break]
[Chorus]
So I'II cherish the old rugged cross
'Til my trophies at last lay down
I will cling to the old rugged cross
And exchange it some day for a crown