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I always fought with a courage keen,and aye was valiant hearted,On account of the usage, that I got,alas! I soon deserted.
Then straight for England I set sail,as fast as wind could heave me,Resolv'd that of my liberty,there should no man deprive me.I slept into the fields all night,for fear of being detected,I could not walk the road by day,lost I should be suspected.
I being of a courage keen,and likewise able bodied,To stand the road was my intent,with my pistols heavy loaded.To rob upon the king's highway,was my determinationAnd for a robbery I was bent,no other hesitation.
The very first man that ever I robb'd,he was a Lord of honour,I own this man I did assault,all in a roguish manner.
