The popular nic jones song Canadee-i-o was one the the first english folk songs I heard, and I always liked it. However something never sat right with me. In the beginning of the song she goes to sea because of the sailor lad she is in love with, however after she is found to be a woman and is rescued by the captain. After this she marries the captain. What happened to the sailor lad and why isnt he furious that the captain stole his woman? Wouldn't that be an awkward voyage? I'm hoping the fine people on mudcat can help me out with this dilemma

Mat