Leave Her, Johnny Sean Dagher (Ft. Michiel Schrey & Nils Brown)

"Leave Her, Johnny" by Sean Dagher (Ft. Michiel Schrey & Nils Brown) is a sea shanty that reflects the hardships and emotional toll of sailors' lives. The lyrics convey themes of loss, longing, and the bittersweet nature of leaving loved ones behind. The song features traditional maritime instrumentation, creating a nostalgic atmosphere. #Folk #2021. Its cultural impact highlights the revival of sea shanties in contemporary music.

[Verse 1]
I thought I heard the Old Man say:
"Leave her, Johnny, leave her."
Tomorrow you will get your pay
And it's time for us to leave her

[Chorus]
Leave her, Johnny, leave her!
Oh, leave her, Johnny, leave her!
For the voyage is long and the winds don't blow
And it's time for us to leave her

[Verse 2]
Oh, the wind was foul and the sea ran high
"Leave her, Johnny, leave her!"
She shipped it green and none went by
And it's time for us to leave her

[Chorus]
Leave her, Johnny, leave her!
Oh, leave her, Johnny, leave her!
For the voyage is long and the winds don't blow
And it's time for us to leave her

[Verse 3]
I hate to sail on this rotten tub
"Leave her, Johnny, leave her!"
No grog allowed and rotten grub
And it's time for us to leave her

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