In a manuscript collection of the late nineteenth century, a tune is given with four lines -

My ancient father has often times told me
That my wicked ways would ruin me quite
But I never heed him in what he would say to me
Among the sailors I took my delight.


I haven't been able to place them, so if anyone can suggest where they might be from, I'd be extremely grateful.


Lhiuish,

Bobby Bob