In the shadow of a chestnut tree I hide Sword and a pistol by my side Long come a traveler - lay him low All for the love of my molly-o I left my family left my home Out in the wicked world to roam No road so low I won't go down For the love of my molly-o Oh molly Oh molly Oh molly All for the love of my molly-o I love molly, God only knows Molly love diamonds, pearls and gold Bangles, beads and bells I bring But molly won't wear no wedding ring Men have died for lesser things Vengeance, country, God and king Someday I'll swing from the gallows pole A final dance for my molly-o