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Down By The Willows Lyrics by John Davey

In a Whelming Tide

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He sneaked up to his lover's window
Bade her go with him
But she did so hesitantly for the moon that night was dim

Said he "oh, my own true Emma! haste, do not delay
And we will ramble through the hedges
Set our wedding day
And we'll go..."

(chorus)
Down, down, down, down by the willows
Down by the drooping willows

But there amongst the violets he cursed her up and down
And he told her of his jealousy and pushed her to the ground
But she had loved no other and she begged him for her life
But no amount of pleading could stop his steely knife

(chorus)

(bridge)
Down, down, down, down, down
(down by the river)
(down where the violets grow)
(down by the willows, down, down)
And the birds sang in the morning their awful, weary songs
Where the truest love of Edward had never done a wrong
But now beneath the willows where the violets fade and bloom
Resides the ghost of Emma near her cold and silent tomb
The willows

(chorus)
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About “Down By The Willows” by John Davey

Read the complete lyrics to "Down By The Willows" by John Davey from the album "In a Whelming Tide". On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Rock.

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"Down By The Willows" is credited to John Davey. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Down By The Willows" appears on "In a Whelming Tide".

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