The Blacksmith

from Sky West & Crooked by Caitlin Grey

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A 'gothic' retelling of this traditional English folk song. Caitlin has subverted its usual lively tempo/feel, taking it down a darker path with ethereal & 'otherworldly' ambiences fused with her pure, raw vocal.
A woman scorned is a dangerous enemy indeed.

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A blacksmith courted me
Nine months and better
He fairly won my heart
Wrote me a letter
With his hammer in his hand
He looked quite clever
And if I was with my love
I'd live forever

Oh, where has my love gone?
With his cheeks like roses
And his good lack billycock on
Decked with primroses
I fear the burning sun
Shall shine and mar his beauty
And if I was with my love
I'd do my duty

Strange news has come to town
Strange news is carried
Strange news flies up and down
That my love is married
I wish them both great joy
'Though they cannot hear me
And may God reward them well
For the slighting of me

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from Sky West & Crooked, released April 25, 2023

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Caitlin Grey UK

Caitlin Grey is a singer/songwriter in the Celtic tradition. Caitlin’s voice is an exquisite combination of beauty and power with a dramatic range which she has honed in many different musical genres throughout her career.
Caitlin’s vocal repertoire is impressive, ranging from classical to traditional folk and pop, and heavily influenced by the Celtic tradition.
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