“Sweet Clonalee”
Description
The singer explains why he is leaving Clonalee for America. He loved a girl, but she turned instead to a wealthy old farmer. The farmer accused the singer of sheep-stealing. He leaves his parents behind and curses James Magee (presumably the farmer)
References
- SHenry H554, p. 400, "Sweet Clonalee" (1 text, 1 tune)
- Roud #7967
- BI, HHH554