Here's another version, I learned from Ian Robb. The tune is in a minor key which doesn't seem to fit the humourous nature of the song. Fair maid walkin' in her garden, But her name I do not know-- I'll go and court her for my pleasure Will she answer 'yes' or 'no'? CHORUS: Oh, sir, oh no, sir no-- Still her answer to me was no. Madam, in your face is beauty, On your breast, there flowers grow. In your bedroom, there is pleasure-- Will I view it, yes or no? CHORUS: My husband is a Spanish Captain; Went to sea a month ago. First he kissed me, then he left me-- Bid me always answer no. CHORUS: Madam, shall I tie your garter, Tie it just above your knee?-- Should my hand, it slip a little higher, Would you think it amiss of me? CHORUS: Madam and I, we slept together, Slept until the cocks did crow-- "Open your arms, my dearest jewel-- Open your arms and let me go!" CHORUS:
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