This song was first published in the songbook Melismata compiles by Thomas Ravenscroft in 1611, although it is likely to be much older. I was enchanted by this song and its strangely morose and beautiful nature.
lyrics
Traditional
credits
from Regret Not Me E.P.,
released October 31, 2018
Lyrics and music: traditional, arranged by Dora Darling. Guitar, vocal: Dora Darling
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