Genny Glenn
Roguish Romance in Glasgow: Genny Glenn's Whimsical Dance
Lyrics
Well, I'm not gonna brag but I been courtin' all my life
Expressing a lifetime of experience in courtship without boasting.
They consider me a roguish lad, especially for my size
Describing himself as a mischievous young man, particularly considering his size.
And with you, and with you, and with you, Genny Glenn
Repeatedly expressing a desire to be with Genny Glenn, take her to Glasgow Town, and dance with her.
I'll take you down to Glasgow Town and dance you home again
-I'll take you down to Glasgow Town and dance you home again
-Now, Genny would come a-callin' while there was still some light
Recalling Genny's visits during the early evening.
I'd sit her down with a pull or two, she'd stay most all the night
Sharing a moment with Genny, enjoying each other's company into the night.
I'd put my arm around her and then I'd bar the door
Physical closeness with Genny, creating a lively atmosphere with laughter and excitement.
There'd be laughin' and some squealin' like you never heard before
-And with you, and with you, and with you, Genny Glenn
Reiterating the intention to take Genny to Glasgow Town and dance with her.
I'll take you down to Glasgow Town and dance you home again
-I'll take you down to Glasgow Town and dance you home again
-Well, a lot of girls would-a liked me and they're pretty, heaven knows
Acknowledging other admirers but emphasizing Genny's unique appeal.
But there's something about my Genny that keeps me on my toes
Highlighting Genny's ability to keep the speaker engaged and attentive.
She'd tickle me and squeeze me till I could hardly moan
Describing playful and affectionate interactions with Genny.
Then she'd light out a-runnin' and I'd chase her half way home
-And with you, and with you, and with you, Genny Glenn
Repeating the intention to take Genny to Glasgow Town and dance with her.
I'll take you down to Glasgow Town and dance you home again
-I'll take you down to Glasgow Town and dance you home again
-Well, she wouldn't come to see me for about a week or more
Narrating a period of Genny's absence, possibly as a teasing game.
She'd do it just to tease me 'cause she knew it made me sore
Suggesting Genny's teasing behavior and its effect on the speaker.
Then I'd do whiskey drinkin' till the jug was getting dry
Describing the speaker's reaction to Genny's teasing, involving drinking and seeking her out.
I'd go lookin' for my Genny with a mean look in my eye
-And with you, and with you, and with you, Genny Glenn
Reiterating the intention to take Genny to Glasgow Town and dance with her.
I'll take you down to Glasgow Town and dance you home again
-I'll take you down to Glasgow Town and dance you home again
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