Irish Song Lyrics 
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A Begging I Will Go words and music traditional 
Of all the trades in England, a-beggin' is the best For when a beggar's tired, You can lay him down to rest. And a-begging I will go, a-begging I will go. (x2) 
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. And a-begging I will go, a-begging I will go. (x2) 
I got patches on me cloak, and black patch on me knee. When you come to take me home, I'll drink as well as thee. And a-begging I will go, a-begging I will go. (x2) 
I got a pocket for me . and another for me malt I got a pair of little crutches, you should see how I can halt. And a-begging I will go, a-begging I will go. (x2) 
I sleep beneath an open tree, and there I pay no rent. Providence provides for me, and I am well content. And a-begging I will go, a-begging I will go. (x2) 
I fear no plots against me. I live an open cell. Who would be a king then when beggars live so well. And a-begging I will go, a-begging I will go. (x2) 
Of all the trades in England, a-begging is the best. For when a beggar's tired, you can lay him down to rest. And a-begging I will go, a-begging I will go. (x2)