Aura Lee

As the blackbirds in the spring
Beneath the willow tree
Sat and piped I heard him singing
Praise of Aura Lee

Aura Lee, Aura Lee
Maid of golden hair
Sunshine came along with thee
And swallows in the air

In her blush the rose was born
'Twas music when she spake
In her eyes the startling moon
Sparkling seemed to break

Aura Lee, Aura Lee
Bird of crimson wing
Never song has spoke to me
As you did that spring

[Guitar solo]

Aura Lee, the birds may flee
The willow's golden hair
Move through winter fitfully
Upon the stormy air

But if thy blue eyes I see
Gloom will soon depart
For to me sweet Aura Lee
Is sunshine to the heart

Aura Lee, Aura Lee
Maid of golden hair
Sunshine came along with thee
And swallows in the air