“Sport's Lament”
Description
"I am a poor forlorn dog and Sport is my name." Born in Caw, he is sent to Donegal but has no training. At first his owner treats him well, but then a dog tax is imposed; the master throws him out because he is expensive and useless
Notes
Obviously a composed song, with music perhaps set by Sam Henry, but I have been unable to determine when license taxes were imposed on British dogs. - RBW
References
- SHenry H772, p. 23, "Sport's Lament" (1 text, 1 tune)
- Roud #13346
- BI, HHH772