“Pretty Polly (IV)”
Description
Polly will not marry the singer; his poverty would grieve her parents. He replies, "Some say I am rakey... But I'll prove... that I'm guilty of nothing but innocent love." He sets out for New Orleans to marry another, but decides he loves Polly too much
Notes
Although this piece consists largely of floating verses, the combined effect is unique and deserves to be considered a separate song. - RBW
References
- Combs/Wilgus 133, p. 144, "Pretty Polly" (1 text)
- Roud #4296
- BI, CW133