Cailin Lyrics

It was on a fine summer's morning
When the birds sweetly tuned on each bow
I heard a fair maid sing most charming
As she sat a-milking her cow
Her voice it was chanting melodious
She left me scarce able to go
My heart it is soothed in solace
My Cailin deas cruite na mbò.
With courtesy I did salute her
Good morrow most amiable maid
I'm your captive slave for the future
Kind sir do not banter she said
I'm not such a precious rare jewel
That I should enamour you so
I'm but a plain country girl
Says Cailin deas cruite na mbò
I beg you'll withdraw and don't tease me
I cannot consent unto thee
I like to live single and airy
Till more of the world I do see
New cares they do me embarrass
Besides sir my fortune is low.
Until I'll get rich I'll not marry
Says Cailin deas cruite na mbò
A young maid is like a ship sailing
There is no knowing how long she may steer
For with every blast she is in danger
Oh, consent love and banish all care!
For riches I care not a farthing
Your affection I want and no more
In comfort I wish to enjoy you
My Cailin deas cruite na mbò