The James T. Callow Folklore Archive

Down in the Valley

I.
Down in the valley, valley so low,
Late in the evening, hear the wind blow;

II.
If you don't love me, love whom you please;
Throw your arms round me,
give my heart ease.
Give my heart ease, dear, give my heart ease.
Throw your arms around me, give my heart ease.

Data entry tech comment:

Informant and collector share the same surname.

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; DETROIT