Long Time Ago

American folk song of unknown origin, first published in the first half of the 1800s.

On the lake where drooped the willow, Long time ago,
Where the rock threw back the billow, Brighter than snow.
Dwelt a maid beloved and cherished, By high and low,
But with autumn leaf she perished, Long time ago.

Rock and tree and flowing water Long time ago,
Bird and bee and blossom taught her Love's spell to know.
While to my fond words she listened Murmuring low,
Tenderly her blue eyes glistened, Long time ago.

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[Santi Reyes]

Marry me? lol loved it... I have a vocal tech final today where I have to sing this and nel cor piu non mi sento, and I will definitely be looping this continuously till then. Didn't really appreciate this song till just now - Thanks! Oh and if I can I'll post the recording of the performance as a response.