Thanks to y'all for help with these lyrics.I don't know who j0_77 might be, but thanks to him/her for digging out all the words.
In answer to Pete Peterson's question, I performed a non-bowdlerized version of Mourning Blues at Johnny D's last week, explaining the context for the "N" word. It went fine.
Even better, I revived Saro Jane for that show and the audience really got into the chorus. Anyone know the historical context for that song and when/where the big MacMillan steamed?
The spirit of Uncle Dave is alive and well in many places!
Thanks again,
Rick