JOAN BAEZ
- John Riley Lyrics / with translationsFair young maid all in a garden
Stange young man, passerby
He said, "Fair maid, will you marry me?"
This then, sir, was her reply:
Oh, no, kind sir, I cannot marry thee
For I've a love who sails all on the sea.
He's been gone for seven years
Still no man shall marry me
What if he's in some battle slain
Or if he's drowned in the deep salt sea
What if he's found another love
And he and his love both married be?
Well, if he's in some battle slain
I will die when the moon doth wane
And if he's drowned in the deep salt sea
I'll be true to his memory
And if he's found another love
And he and his love both married be
I'll wish them health and happiness
Where they dwell across the sea
He picked her up all in his arms
Kisses gave her: One, two, three
Said, weep no more, my own true love
I am your long-lost John Riley!
Stange young man, passerby
He said, "Fair maid, will you marry me?"
This then, sir, was her reply:
Oh, no, kind sir, I cannot marry thee
For I've a love who sails all on the sea.
He's been gone for seven years
Still no man shall marry me
What if he's in some battle slain
Or if he's drowned in the deep salt sea
What if he's found another love
And he and his love both married be?
I will die when the moon doth wane
And if he's drowned in the deep salt sea
I'll be true to his memory
And if he's found another love
And he and his love both married be
I'll wish them health and happiness
Where they dwell across the sea
He picked her up all in his arms
Kisses gave her: One, two, three
Said, weep no more, my own true love
I am your long-lost John Riley!
Facts about John Riley
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John Riley is written by Traditional, Peggy Seeger.
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It is first released on October 01, 1960 as part of Joan Baez's album "Joan Baez" which includes 16 tracks in total. This song is the 7th track on this album.
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When we consider what the writer meant by those haunting lines, Joan Baez's song 'John Riley' presents the narrative of a woman who stays devoted to her missing partner who disappeared many years ago. The woman who waits for her lover symbolizes the qualities of loyalty and resilience and permanent dedication which she maintains through her challenging times of doubt. The lyrics of John riley mainly focus on five themes which include love and reflection as well as heartbreak and nostalgia and angst. The song communicates two main messages which include the need for people to stay faithful to their partners and their understanding of love through their desire to reunite with each other. The lyrics contain no offensive language, mature themes, or depictions of violence, nudity, or drug use. The content is suitable for all ages.
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John Riley falls under the genres Singer, Songwriter.
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John Riley song length is 3 minutes and 53 seconds.
Who wrote John Riley lyrics?
John Riley is written by Traditional, Peggy Seeger.
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When was John Riley released?
It is first released on October 01, 1960 as part of Joan Baez's album "Joan Baez" which includes 16 tracks in total. This song is the 7th track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind John Riley lyrics?
When we consider what the writer meant by those haunting lines, Joan Baez's song 'John Riley' presents the narrative of a woman who stays devoted to her missing partner who disappeared many years ago. The woman who waits for her lover symbolizes the qualities of loyalty and resilience and permanent dedication which she maintains through her challenging times of doubt. The lyrics of John riley mainly focus on five themes which include love and reflection as well as heartbreak and nostalgia and angst. The song communicates two main messages which include the need for people to stay faithful to their partners and their understanding of love through their desire to reunite with each other. The lyrics contain no offensive language, mature themes, or depictions of violence, nudity, or drug use. The content is suitable for all ages.
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Which genre is John Riley?
John Riley falls under the genres Singer, Songwriter.
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How long is the song John Riley?
John Riley song length is 3 minutes and 53 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Traditional, Peggy SeegerRecord Label(s): 2006 Vanguard All Rights Reserved Unauthorized Reproduction is a Violation of Applicable Laws
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