“The High Rocks o' Pennan”
Description
"Cauld blaws the wind o'er the high rocks o' Pennan" as the singer laments the absence of Jamie, gone to America. She discusses their parting, at which he complained that the laws are too strict. He promises to fetch her once he has the money
Notes
This is the only emigration song I can recall where the singer's main reason is the laws against poaching. The overall feeling reminds me a lot of "Teddy O'Neill" (to which it can be sung), but I doubt there is dependance. - RBW
References
- Ord, pp. 342-343, "The High Rocks o' Pennan" (1 text)
- Roud #3944
- BI, Ord342