Jack Of Diamonds (Rye Whiskey) Traditional Cowboy Song Recorded By Michael Martin Murphey Jack Of Diamonds (Rye Whiskey) (3/4 Time) E 1. Jack of diamonds, jack of diamonds I've known you of old E7 You've robbed my poor pockets A E of silver and gold 2. Beafsteak when I'm hungry Rye whiskey when I'm dry Greenbacks when I'm hard up And heaven when I die 3. Rye whiskey, rye whiskey Rye whiskey I cry If I don't get rye whiskey I surely will die 4. Jack of diamonds, jack of diamonds I've known you of old You've robbed my poor pockets of silver and gold