Dream of a Miner's Child
A miner was leavin' his home for his work
When he heard his little child scream
He went to the side of his little child's bed
Saying, Daddy, I've had such a dream
Chorus
Oh, Daddy don't go to the mines today
For dreams have so often come true
Oh, Daddy, dear Daddy, please don't go away
I never could live without you
I dreamed that the mines were all blazing with fire
The workers fought for their lives
But then the scene changed at the mouth of the mine
It was covered with sweethearts and wives
Go down to the village and tell all your friends
As sure as the bright sun does shine
There's something a-going to happen there today
Please, daddy, don't go to the mines
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