The Trooper And The Maid Guitar Chords And Lyrics

A traditional song from Scotland that dates from the early 17 century, recorded by Ewan McColl, Guitar chords are in D Major in chordpro .The MacLeods and Archie Fisher, this song sounds very much like ''As I Roved Out'' [ lyrics ] by Christy Moore, a lot of the words are similar but I'm sure this one came first. The mandolin tab and tin whistle sheet music are included.

​"The Trooper and the Maid" is a traditional folk song found in both Irish and Scottish traditions. The song tells the story of a romantic or humorous encounter between a traveling soldier (trooper) and a young maid. While versions of the song vary, the core themes often revolve around themes of flirtation, seduction, and consequences.

Song Meaning and Themes

1. Romantic or Humorous Encounter
   • The song often depicts a brief meeting between the trooper and the maid, usually involving a night spent together. The trooper is portrayed as a charismatic figure, while the maid is often depicted as innocent but willing.
2. Seduction and Consequences
   • In many versions, the trooper departs, leaving the maid to reflect on the encounter. Some versions imply that the maid may be left with a pregnancy, which was a common theme in folk songs of this type.
   • There may be an air of humor or light-heartedness, but sometimes a bittersweet or regretful tone is present.
3. Freedom and Transience
   • The trooper’s lifestyle—constantly traveling from town to town—symbolizes a life of freedom but also impermanence. The maid, on the other hand, may represent the stability and domesticity that the trooper avoids.
4. Power Dynamics
   • Some interpretations of the song explore the dynamics of power and vulnerability, common themes in folk songs that involve soldiers and women left behind.

Cultural Context

• Songs about soldiers or traveling men were common in Irish and Scottish folk traditions, as soldiers and tradesmen often moved through rural areas.
• These songs reflected both the excitement and dangers of such encounters for young women.

Legacy and Performances

• "The Trooper and the Maid" has been performed by numerous folk artists, with interpretations ranging from playful to melancholy.
• It remains a popular ballad in folk circles due to its catchy tune and storytelling nature.

A[D] trooper lad came here last [A]night,
With [Em]riding he was [A]weary,
A [D]trooper lad came [A]here last night,
[Em]When the moon[A] shone [Em]bright and [D]clearly.
Chorus 1
 
[D]Bonny lassie, I'll lie near [A]you,
Hey [Em]bonny lassie, I'll lie [A]near you,
I'll[D] gar all your [A]ribbons reel,
[Em]Bonny [A]lassie, ere I [Em]leave [D]you.
[D]She's ta'en his high horse by the[A] head,
She's [Em]led him to the [A]stable,
She's [D]given him both [A]corn and hay
As [Em]much as [A]he was [Em]abl[D]e.
 
 
Chorus 1
[D]She's ta'en the trooper by the [A]hand
And [Em]led him to the [A]table,
There's [D]food and wine for a [A]soldier here,
As [Em]much as [A]he is [Em]ab[D]le.
 
 
Chorus 1
[D]She went upstairs to make the [A]bed,
And [Em]she made it soft and [A]easy.
She's [D]pulled her petticoats [A]o'er [D]her head,
Crying, [Em]Soldier, [A]are you [Em]rea[D]dy
 
 
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[D]He's taken off his big [A]topcoat,
[Em]Likewise his hat and [A]feather.
He's[D] ta'en the broadsword [A]from his [D]side,
And [Em]now he's [A]down be[Em]side [D]her.
Chorus 1
[D]They had not been an hour in [A]bed,
An [Em]hour but and a [A]quarter,
When[D] the drums came beating [A]up the [D]town,
And[Em] every [A]beat got [Em]shor[D]ter.
 
 
Chorus 2
[D]Bonny lassie, I must leave[A] you,
Now[Em] bonny lassie, I must [A]leave you,
If [D]ever I come this [A]road a[D]gain
I [Em]will ]A]come in and [Em]see [D]you.
 
 
[D]She's ta'en her gown out o'er her[A] arms,
And [Em]followed him through [A]Stirling.
She's [D]grown so full she [A]could not [D]bow,
And [Em]he [A]left her in [Em]Dunferm[D]line.
 
 
Chorus 2
[D]It's when will you come back [A]again
To [Em]be your bairnie's [A]daddy ?
When [D]cockle shells grow [A]silver [D]bells
It's [Em]when I'll[A] come and[Em] wed [D]ye.

​The trooper and the maid mandolin sheet music

The Tin Whistle Notes

The Trooper And The Maid Song Lyrics [2]

In a village far away, there lived a trooper and a maid
Both from different worlds, but fate had them laid
He was a soldier, brave and strong
She was a simple girl, singing all day long

Chorus:
The trooper and the maid, an unlikely pair
But in each other's arms, they found solace and care
Amidst the chaos and the war
Their love was worth fighting for

Verse 2:
He would ride off to battle, with his sword and shield
She would pray for his safety, her heart never healed
But every time he returned, she would light up with joy
For he was her hero, her knight in shining armor, oh boy

Chorus:
The trooper and the maid, an unlikely pair
But in each other's arms, they found solace and care
Amidst the chaos and the war
Their love was worth fighting for

Bridge:
They may come from different worlds, but their love knows no bounds
Together they can conquer anything, in each other's arms they've found
A love that's true, a love that's pure
Their bond will forever endure

Chorus:
The trooper and the maid, an unlikely pair
But in each other's arms, they found solace and care
Amidst the chaos and the war
Their love was worth fighting for

Outro:
So here's to the trooper and the maid
A love that never fades
In a world full of hate and pain
Their love will always remain.