“Janet Jamieson”
Description
Listeners are warned of the sad fate of Janet Jamieson. A rich hunter sees the beautiful girl and begs her to come with him. At last he convinces her -- but a week later casts her out. She wanders alone, then dies. He is killed in Hindustan
Notes
This song has the curious characteristic of being a warning song that doesn't really warn against any particular action. - RBW
References
- Ord, pp. 470-471, "Janet Jamieson" (1 text)
- Roud #5623
- BI, Ord470