High Germany (folk song)

High Germany (Roud 904), is a traditional folk song, once known throughout England, Ireland and Scotland, with a history spanning hundreds of years. There are three songs known as High Germany. This page focuses on the best known one, the others being The Two Lovers or True Lovers (Roud 1445) and The Wars of Germany (Roud 5608). The first verse is usually as follows: Oh Polly love, oh Polly, the rout has now begun.We must go a-marching to the beating of the drum.Dress yourself all in your best and come along with me.I'll take you to the war, my love, in High Germany.

High Germany (folk song)

High Germany (Roud 904), is a traditional folk song, once known throughout England, Ireland and Scotland, with a history spanning hundreds of years. There are three songs known as High Germany. This page focuses on the best known one, the others being The Two Lovers or True Lovers (Roud 1445) and The Wars of Germany (Roud 5608). The first verse is usually as follows: Oh Polly love, oh Polly, the rout has now begun.We must go a-marching to the beating of the drum.Dress yourself all in your best and come along with me.I'll take you to the war, my love, in High Germany.