“Bonnie Woodha'”

Description

The singer and his Annie must part; he is a soldier and has been called away. His regiment goes into battle and he is wounded. He says he would recover better if Annie were there. He regrets leaving the collier's trade. (He thinks of deserting)

References

  1. SHenry H476, p. 84-85, "Bonnie Woodha'" (1 text, 1 tune)
  2. Ord, p. 310, "Sweet Calder Burn; or Bonnie Woodha'" (1 text)
  3. Roud #3778
  4. BI, HHH476

About

Author: unknown
Earliest date: 1911 (Grieg)
Found in: Ireland Britain(Scotland)