The Lewis Bridal Song

Roger Whittaker · Other Songs - Roger Whittaker

Step we gaily, on we go

Heel for heel and toe for toe,

Arm in arm and row on row,

All for Mairi's wedding.

Over hill-ways up and down,

Myrtle green and bracken brown,

Past the sheilings, thro' the town

All for sake o' Mairi.

Step we gaily, on we go

Heel for heel and toe for toe,

Arm in arm and row on row,

All for Mairi's wedding.

Red her cheeks as rowans are,

Bright her eye as any star,

Fairest o' them a' by far,

Is our darling Mairi.

Step we gaily, on we go

Heel for heel and toe for toe,

Arm in arm and row on row,

All for Mairi's wedding.

Step we gaily, on we go

Heel for heel and toe for toe,

Arm in arm and row on row,

All for Mairi's wedding.

Plenty herring, plenty meal,

Plenty peat to fill her creel,

Plenty bonnie bairns as weel,

That's the toast for Mairi.

Step we gaily, on we go

Heel for heel and toe for toe,

Arm in arm and row on row,

All for Mairi's wedding.

Step we gaily, on we go

Heel for heel and toe for toe,

Arm in arm and row on row,

All for Mairi's wedding.

The Lewis Bridal Song

Roger Whittaker's "The Lewis Bridal Song" stands as a poignant testament to his mastery of traditional folk ballads. Recorded in the mid-1970s, the track exemplifies his signature style, blending Scottish heritage with a polished vocal delivery that captivated audiences worldwide. As a staple of his discography, the song highlights his ability to convey deep emotion through melody and storytelling, characteristic of the era's folk revival movement. The recording showcases his technical precision and emotional depth, cementing his reputation as a premier interpreter of classic songs. It remains a cherished piece within his catalog, reflecting the enduring appeal of his work and the cultural significance of the genre he helped popularize.