Do Ye Mind on Lang Lang Syne
Contributors
Fieldworkers
Date
c. March 1960
Track ID
53906
Part 1
Track Information
Original Track ID
SA1960.155.A6
Original Tape ID
Summary
The singer recalls his childhood, in particular guddling fish, gathering berries, and disrupting the curlers' games. He reflects on what has happened to his friends. Some have died, some are still working hard, some have achieved riches and fame. He contemplates death and the promise of Heaven.
Item Notes
7 verses. Others join in last verse. Nostalgic song written by Rev. Dr George James Laurie (1797-1878).
Recording Location
County - Aberdeenshire
Parish - Tyrie
Village/Place - New Pitsligo
Language
Scots
Genre
Collection
Classification
Source Type
Reel to reel
Audio Quality
Good