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Rolling Hills of the Borders
Written by Matt McGinn
Matt McGinn (1928 – 1977) was known as the Scottish Woody Guthrie, a socialist folk singer known for biting commentary. This is a softer tune.
LYRICS
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CHORUS
When I die, bury me low
Where I can hear the bonny Tweed flow,
A sweeter place I'll never know,
Than the rolling hills o' the Borders.
I've travelled far and wandered wide,
I've seen the Hudson and the Clyde,
I've wondered by Loch Lomond side,
But I dearly love the Borders.
CHORUS
Oft do I remember the day
When wi my love I strolled by the Tay,
But all this beauty fades away,
Among the hills o' the Borders.
CHORUS
There's a certain peace of mind
Bonnie lassies there you will find
Men so strong and men so kind,
Among the hills o' the Borders.
CHORUS x 2
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