The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #41188 Message #1852459
Posted By: Peace
06-Oct-06 - 10:30 PM
Thread Name: Lyr Req: On a Monday / I'm Almost Done (Leadbelly)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: On a Monday / I'm Almost Done (Leadbelly)
However, it's possible also that 'no pail' is a reference to drinking water. Leadbelly had first-hand experience with chain gangs. Never been on a 'gang', but it sure looks like thirst work if the movies are to be believed.