Songs of a Savoyard by Sir W. S. (William Schwenck) Gilbert
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If they can!
These are the phenomena That every pretty domina Hopes that we shall see At this Universitee! Ballad: Braid The Raven Hair Braid the raven hair, Weave the supple tress, Deck the maiden fair In her loveliness; Paint the pretty face, Dye the coral lip, Emphasise the grace Of her ladyship! Art and nature, thus allied, Go to make a pretty bride! Sit with downcast eye, Let it brim with dew; Try if you can cry, We will do so, too. When you're summoned, start Like a frightened roe; |
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