The Black Ball Line
Lloyd · Other Songs - Lloyd
I served my time on the Black Ball line
To me way-ay-ay O Ri-o
On the Black Ball line I served my time
Hurrah for the Black Ball line!
The Black Ball ships they are good and true
And they are the ships for me and you.
For once there was a Black Ball ship
That fourteen knots an hour* could clip.
You will surely find a rich gold mine
Just take a trip on the Black Ball line.
Just take a trip to Liverpool
To Liverpool, that Yankee school.
The Yankee sailors you'll see there
With their high-top boots and short-cut hair.
*I know. A knot is a rate of speed, and a knot an hour is bad
physics. Stan Hugill says that it was sung this way, though. RG
Recorded by LLoyd and MacColl- Haul On the Bowline.
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The Black Ball Line
Lloyd is a prominent figure in contemporary R&B, known for his emotive vocal delivery and contributions to the genre's modern landscape. His discography includes significant works such as the album Street Love, which features tracks like "You" and "Player's Prayer." "The Black Ball Line" stands as another song in his catalog, reflecting the melodic sensibilities and romantic themes that characterize his broader body of work. While specific details regarding this particular recording's production or release context may vary, it aligns with the artist's established style of crafting accessible, heartfelt pop-R&B. Lloyd's ability to connect with audiences through sincere songwriting has secured his place among notable vocalists of his generation, with this track serving as part of his ongoing musical narrative.