The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #36235   Message #1348514
Posted By: dianavan
05-Dec-04 - 11:45 PM
Thread Name: Origins: John Barleycorn Must Die
Subject: RE: History behind John Barleycorn Must Die
Its a song that was sung by those harvesting the grain. Its a song of death and re-birth. A song of life. After their days work, they partake in the drink and of course, the drink proves to be stronger than the men.

Its an ancient theme and a work song.