Scottish or English Ballad ?

Scarborough Fair has been sung by many famous singers from different nationalities for ages.Some people say it is a British folk song but others say it is a Scottish love song.It does not matter because this song is really cool and soft! Nowadays Scarborough Fair is back on the Brazilian TV.It is part of the soundtrack of one popular soap opera so many people are falling in love with this old tune once again.

Paul Simon recorded it in 1968.His performance with Garfunkle was great and Scarborough Fair got into the film The Graduate. It was a great success which many people have never forgotten its lyrics.

However, there are many versions of its lyrics but its refrain is the same in most versions.Have you ever paid attention to Scarborough Fair's lyrics? There are four herbs in the lyrics refrain that sometimes listeners cannot understand or remember their use while they are eating or cooking. Listen to the song and check its lyrics too.Then you can write at the bottom of the post if you like these herbs in your food, ok?