093 - Horraw For The Blackball Line (solo variations)


This shanty was sung at the capstan or windlass. Stan Hugill in his book apart of the two versions of this spectacular song gives us also additional, three variations of the first solo and refrains. Here they are.
"Shanties from the Seven Seas" by Stan Hugill (1st ed p 133).



Horraw For The Blackball Line (variation A)

In the Black-ball Line I served me time,
    - To me way - ay - ay - hay - ho!



Horraw For The Blackball Line (variation B)

In the Black-ball Line I served me time,
    - A.. ah - way - ay - ay, hoo - ray - ya!



Horraw For The Blackball Line (variation C)

In the Black-ball Line I served me time,
    - To me way - ay - ay, hoo, ro, ya!