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Cha Bhi Mi Buan 's Tu Bhith Bhuam

Track Information

Original Track ID

SA1952.128.1b

Original Tape ID

SA1952.127.128

Summary

In this woman's love song, the composer says she will not live long if the man she loves is away from her. She tells of her sadness as she watches for his ship, knowing he will be at the helm. She also praises his skill as a seaman.

Item Notes

Transcribed in the School of Scottish Studies. 6 couplets sung plus 3-line choruses at the beginning and after each couplet. ABA refrain.

Language

Gaelic

Genre

Song

Collection

SoSS

Source Type

Reel to reel

Audio Quality

Good