“Paddle Your Own Canoe”

Description

"I've traveled about a bit in my time And of troubles I've seen a few, But I found it better in every clime To paddle my own canoe." The singer advises loving one's neighbor, not being downhearted, and remaining as independent as possible

Cross references

References

  1. BrownIII 55, "Paddle Your Own Canoe" (1 text)
  2. Roud #6093
  3. BI, Be3055

About

Author: H. Clifton
Earliest date: 1952 (Brown)
Keywords: nonballad work
Found in: US(SE)