Margaret
Marillion · Other Songs - Marillion
mark kelly, pete trawavas, michael pointer & fish)
For me and my true-love will never walk again on the
bonnie, bonnie banks of loch lomond.
Moira anderson, eat your heart out!
You-ou--
You'll take the high road an' I'll take the low road,
an' I'll be in scotland before you
For me and my true-love we'll never walk again on the
bonnie, bonnie banks of loch lomond
You'll take the acid an' I'll take the dope, an' I'll be stoned before you
For me an' my true-love, the drink waters' well on
the bonnie, bonnie banks of loch lomond
Step we gaily on we go, heel for heel and toe for toe
Arm in arm
An' row an' row all for mhairi's wedding
Step we gaily on we go, heel for heel and toe for toe
Arm in arm an' row an' row all for mhairi's wedding
I said you, you, you, you'll take the high road
I said i'll, i'll, i'll, I'll take the low road
On the lead guitar, from yorkshire mr. stephen rothery!
I said you, you, you, you take the high road
I said i'll, i'll, i'll, I'll take the low road
On the bass guitar, the backing vocal, from aylesbury mr. peter trawavas!
I said you, you, you, you take the high road
I said i'll, i'll, i'll, I'll take the low road
On the keyboards, from dublin mr. mark kelly!
I said you, you--, you'll take the high road
I said i'll, i'll--, I'll take the low road
On drums, per-cus-si-on, mr. michael "e.t." pointer!
And a very big round of applause, for yourself, one audience tonight
It takes two!
On vocals, and percussion fish! ...
A dream fulfilled!
Sweet ma- ma- ma- ma- margaret
I said you take the high road
An' I'll take the low road
An' I'll be in scotland before you
For me and my true-love we'll never meet again
On the bonnie, bonnie banks of loch lomond
Sweet ma- ma- ma- ma- margaret
The balcony: sweet ma- ma- ma- ma margaret
Say yer scottish: sweet ma- ma- ma- ma- margaret
I said you'll take the high road
An' I'll take the low road
An' I'll be in scotland before you
For me and my true-love we'll never meet again
On the bonnie, bonnie, bonnie, bonnie, bonnie banks of loch lomond!
Banks of loch lomond!
Sweet margaret
Sweet margaret
Sweet ma- ma- ma- ma- margaret!
Thank you edinburgh, good night, we shall de-fi-nite-ly return
About Margaret
Marillion's "Margaret" stands as a defining track from the band's progressive rock era, showcasing their signature blend of intricate guitar work and soaring vocals. Released during a period where the group refined their sound beyond their earlier new wave influences, the song exemplifies the band's commitment to complex compositions and dynamic shifts in tempo and texture. The recording captures the essence of 1980s progressive rock, featuring layered instrumentation and a melodic structure that has become a staple in their discography. It reflects the band's ability to create atmospheric landscapes while maintaining a strong rhythmic drive, solidifying their reputation as pioneers of the genre. The track remains a significant piece in their catalog, often cited by fans and critics alike for its emotional depth and technical proficiency.