After finding and reading the lyrics I have two questions which I hope someone will be kind enough to answer.

Am I correct in understanding that the phrase "yellow on the broom" is a reference to Spring?

Also, the rhythm of the verses and chorus suggests to me that this could be sung to the same tune as "Brennan on the Moor". Whether our not you would use that tune, am I correct on this observation?

Thanks,
Robby