Of all the trades that I do ken the beggin’ is the best
for when a beggar’s weary he can aye sit doon and rest
Chorus
Tae the beggin I will go will go tae the beggin I will go.
Tae the beggin I will go will go tae the beggin I will go.
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I got a pocket for me oatmeal and another for me rye
I got a bottle by me side to drink when I am dry
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I got patches on me pockets and a black patch on me knee
When you come to take me hame I’ll drink as weel as thee
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I got a pocket for me bried me boys and another for me malt
I got a pair o’ crutches . you should see how I can halt
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I sleep beneath an open tree and there I pay no rent
Providence provides for me and I am well content
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Of all the trades that I do ken the beggin is the best
for when a beggars weary he can aye sit doon and rest.