10,000 Maniacs recorded this traditional folk arrangement for their 1985 album, The Wishing Chair. The track showcases the band's early affinity for acoustic textures and narrative storytelling, hallmarks that would define their subsequent rise in the alternative rock scene. Nancie Wilson's distinctive vocal delivery anchors the song, transforming a centuries-old ballad into a poignant song within the group's growing discography. This recording captures the ensemble during a formative period, blending folk traditions with the emerging indie sensibilities that characterized their work in the mid-1980s. The song remains a testament to the band's ability to reinterpret classic material while maintaining their unique sonic identity.