Cavalier Songs and Ballads of England from 1642 to 1684 by Various
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Ten to one.
Tempt no more, I may not yeeld Altho' thine eyes A kingdome may surprize: Leave off thy wanton toiles, The high-borne Prince of Wales Is mounted in the field, Where the royall gentry flocke. Though alone Nobly borne Of a ne're decaying stocke. Cavaliers, be bold, Bravely keep your hold, He that loyters Is by traytors Bought and sold. One kisse more, and then farewell; Oh no, no more, I prithee give me o'er, - Why cloudest thou thy beames? I see by these extreames A woman's heaven or hell. Pray the King may have his owne, And the Queen May be seen With her babes on England's throne. Rally up your men, One shall vanquish ten, |
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