This old tune was recorded by Burl Ives. I can remember opening lines and fragments.

Do you happen to know of a maiden in need, Of a sweetheart, here's one who is anxious to plead.

Also contains:

The time it is short there is none I can spare, And the nightingale's song will soon die in the air, Don't you think dearest Phyllis, You'd better agree, to make love While the nightingale sings in the tree.

Can someone help me put it all together?