“My True Love's Gone A-Sailing”
Description
"My true love's gone a-sailing right o'er yon western main"; she promises to remain a maid till he returns, even though his absence leaves her uneasy. An old man comes courting her, but she stays true. She wishes she could see her love
Notes
This looks very much like a Riley ballad to me, but the confused ending makes it impossible to be certain. - RBW
References
- SHenry H160 p. 292, "My True Love's Gone A-Sailing" (1 text, 1 tune)
- Roud #3820
- BI, HHH160