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The Shanty Book, Part I, Sailor Shanties

Part 1 — 9. Shenandoah.[2]

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9. Shenandoah.[2]

(WINDLASS AND CAPSTAN.)

[Listen]

Shenandoah
Shenandoah
Shenandoah
Shenandoah

1. Oh Shenandoah, I long to hear you. Away you rolling river. Oh Shenandoah, I long to hear you. Away, I'm bound to go 'Cross the wide Missouri.

2. Oh Shenandoah, I love your daughter. (twice) 3. 'Tis seven long years since last I see thee. (twice) 4. Oh Shenandoah, I took a notion To sail across the stormy ocean. 5. Oh Shenandoah, I'm bound to leave you. Oh Shenandoah, I'll not deceive you. 6. Oh Shenandoah, I long to hear you. (twice)

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