Aura Lee

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As the blackbird in the spring, 
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'neath the willow tree,

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Sat and piped, I heard him sing, 
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sing of Aura Lee.
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Aura Lee, Aura Lee, maid with 
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gol - den  hair,
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Sunshine came along with thee, 
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and swallows in the air.


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On her cheek the rose was born, 
'twas music when she spoke;
In her eyes the light of morn with 
glorious splendor broke.

Repeat Refrain:

Take my heart and take my ring, I 
give by all to thee;
Take me for eternity, Dearest Aura 
Lee.

Repeat Refrain:

Aura Lee, the birds may flee the 
willow's golden hair;
Then the wintry winds may be blowing
 ev'rywhere.

Final Refrain:

Yet if they blue eyes I see, gloom 
will soon depart;
For to me, sweet Aura Lee, is 
sunshine to the heart.