#child 200

[radiodark]

https://youtu.be/90Y4UKlmSdc

Cordelia's Dad - Gypsy Davy

[francisjameschild]

Wanted to share this version of Child #200 by Cordelia's Dad (#1 warlock Tim Eriksen's folk punk band), which often stands out to me- it ends more happily than many variants, but also there's something about the line "if i brew good beer i'll drink the same, and you'll no more come near me" that always surprises and pleases me. It rolls off the toungue pleasantly, but also I like how it instantly humanizes our honored lady- she has skills (brewing)! She drinks, probably to excess! It points to her relationship with her lord being strained outside of her preference for Davy! Anyhow, enjoy.

[fuckyeahtraditionalfolk]

Sandy Denny & Fotheringay - Gypsy Davy (Child #200)

[fuckyeahtraditionalfolk]

Martin Carthy - Seven yellow Gypsies (Child #200)