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Mole in the Ground

from Deep Woods Revival by Red Yarn

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“Mole in the Ground” adapted by Red Yarn from the traditional version, as collected by Frank Brown and published in North Carolina Folklore Volume Five: The Music of the Folk Songs (1962). New lyrics by Andy Furgeson, 2015.

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I wish I was a mole in the ground
Oh I wish I was a mole in the ground
If I was a mole in the ground
I’d root this mountain down
I wish I was a mole in the ground

I wish I was a lizard in the spring
Oh I wish I was a lizard in the spring
If I was a lizard in the spring
I’d hear my darling sing
I wish I was a lizard in the spring

I wish I was a squirrel in an Oak
Oh I wish I was a squirrel in an Oak
If I was a squirrel in an Oak
I’d tremble when She spoke
I wish I was a squirrel in an Oak

I wish I was an eagle in the sky…
I wish I was an eagle in the sky…
If I was an eagle in the sky
I’d touch the Sun I’d fly so high
I wish I was an eagle in the sky

I wish for you to be just who you are
Oh I wish for you to be just who you are
If you could be just who you are
You could shine up with the stars
I wish for you to be just who you are

I wish I was a mole in the ground…

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from Deep Woods Revival, released June 23, 2015

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Red Yarn Portland, Oregon

Red Yarn is a Texas-born, Oregon-based family performer who weaves folksongs & puppetry into engaging shows for all ages. With his energetic performances and lush folk-rock recordings, Red Yarn reinvigorates American folklore for younger generations.

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