Garry, truly no dis intended. I think that's why I didn't show a link to the site. But, yes, I might have tried to send a note somewhere suggesting some editing. There were (as I recall from back then - I haven't looked recently) a number of oddities in the text. But I wouldn't scoff the totality - it's fine and I've used it myself many times.

Still, although it's not quite a real Mondegreen (that is, not a true "zersung" line - the meaning of the line remains correct and it's sound is close enough; only the specific word is wrong) it's funny, anyway.

In rereading the thread, however, I realize I haven't sung "Wee Cooper" in years. In this era of growing concern for a wife's secure place in the family, the song might help remind us that a wife should concede to her husband's wishes. It's a fine old moral ballad (Child #277) with a good tune. I think I'll sing it at the club this weekend.