“Ma Petite Marguerite (My Little Marguerite)”
Author: unknown
Earliest date: 1960 (Peacock)
Found in: Canada(Newf)
Description
French. The singer say, Little Marguerite, I am leaving to sail on the waves around the world but I will love you until I die. She says she will cry a thousand tears waiting for his return; all is useless; she would prefer them both lost at the same time.
References
- Peacock, p. 558, "Ma Petite Marguerite" (1 text, 1 tune)
- BI, Pea558
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