Scarborough Fair/Canticle
Simon And Garfunkel · Other Songs - Simon And Garfunkel
Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme.
Remember me to one who lives there.
She once was a true love of mine.
On the side of a hill in the deep forest green.
Tracing of sparrow on snow-crested brown.
Blankets and bedclothes the child of the mountain
Sleeps unaware of the clarion call.
Tell her to make me a cambric shirt:
Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme;
Without no seams nor needle work,
Then she'll be a true love of mine.
On the side of a hill a sprinkling of leaves.
Washes the grave with silvery tears.
A soldier cleans and polishes a gun.
Sleeps unaware of the clarion call.
Tell her to find me an acre of land:
Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme;
Between the salt water and the sea strand,
Then she'll be a true love of mine.
War bellows blazing in scarlet battalions.
General order their soldiers to kill.
And to fight for a cause they've long ago forgotten.
Tell her to reap it with a sickle of leather:
Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme;
And gather it all in a bunch of heather,
Then she'll be a true love of mine.
About Scarborough Fair/Canticle
Simon & Garfunkel's "Scarborough Fair/Canticle" stands as a quintessential example of their folk-rock fusion, blending traditional English folk melodies with poetic storytelling. The song's haunting melody and intricate vocal harmonies define the duo's signature sound, showcasing Paul Simon's lyrical craftsmanship alongside Art Garfunkel's distinctive tenor. Originally recorded for the 1966 album *Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme*, the track became a cultural touchstone, often associated with the counterculture movement and later adopted by various artists across genres. Its enduring popularity stems from the song's atmospheric quality and the seamless interplay between the two voices, making it a staple in their discography and a favorite among fans of classic American folk music.