“My Rattlin' Oul' Grey Mare”

Description

"I am a jolly carter and a jolly good soul am I. I whistle and sing from morn till noon, all troubles I defy." The singer described how "my rattlin' mare and I" work together. He does not overburden the horse, and she does her work well

References

  1. SHenry H664, p. 41, "My Rattlin' Oul' Grey Mare" (1 text, 1 tune)
  2. Roud #1400
  3. BI, HHH664

About

Alternate titles: “The Country Carrier”
Author: unknown
Earliest date: 1936 (Sam Henry collection)
Keywords: horse work nonballad
Found in: Ireland