Froggy Went A Courting
Mike Oldfield · Other Songs - Mike Oldfield
The frog went a-courting and he did ride
The frog went a-courting on a little white horse
Sword and pistol by his side
He went down to miss mouse's door
He went down to miss mouse's door
He went down to miss mouse's door
Where he had been many times before
Then he took miss mouse upon his knee
He took miss mouse upon his knee
Yes, he took miss mouse upon his knee
And he said: miss mouse will you marry me?
Without my Uncle Rat's consent
I'm afraid without my Uncle Rat's consent
Oh no, without my Uncle Rat's consent
I would not marry the president
Then Uncle Rat laughed and he shook his fat side
Yes, then Uncle Rat laughed and he shook his fat side
Uncle Rat laughed and he shook his fat side
To think that his niece would be a bride
Then he said: where will the wedding breakfast be?
Oh, where will the wedding breakfast be?
Where will the wedding breakfast be?
Way down yonder in the hollow tree?
The owls did hoot and the birds they sang
The owls did hoot and the birds they sang
The owls did hoot and the birds they sang
Through the woods the music rang
Then they all went sailing across the lake
Then they all went sailing across the lake
They all went sailing across the lake
And they got swallowed up by a big fat snake
There's bread and cheese upon the shelf
There's bread and cheese upon the shelf
There's bread and cheese upon the shelf
If you want any more you can sing it yourself
Froggy Went A Courting
Mike Oldfield's 'Froggy Went A Courting' stands as a distinctive song in his discography, blending his signature electronic textures with a whimsical, folk-inspired melody. Released during a period where Oldfield explored diverse sonic landscapes beyond his famous ambient and progressive rock works, the track showcases his ability to craft intricate soundscapes that evoke a sense of playful mystery. While not part of his most commercially dominant albums, the recording reflects his ongoing commitment to experimental composition and his unique voice within the electronic music genre. The piece serves as a testament to his versatility, offering a lighter, more narrative-driven alternative to his heavier, atmospheric pieces.

