“Cahan's Shaden Glen”
Description
The singer goes rambling and sees beautiful "Eliza of Cahan's shaden glen." Hecourts her, but "She will not condescend; I have no gold in store." He wishes her well and departs, wishing he could have gained her favor
Notes
Very possibly not traditional; Sam Henry did not list a source, and no other traditional versions are known. - RBW
References
- SHenry H538, pp. 364-365, "Cahan's Shady Glen" (1 text, 1 tune)
- Roud #6882
- BI, HHH538