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The song "Greensleeves" is believed to have been written in the late 16th century, with various theories suggesting it could have been composed by Henry VIII or another anonymous composer of the time.
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Why was greensleeves written?
"Greensleeves" was a love song possibly written for Henry the VIII's future queen. The song predates "What child is this" which uses a similar tune.
What Child Is This is song to what tune?
Greensleeves. The song was used as the (Lassie) theme , by the way.
What was Andrew Johnson's favorite music?
"'Greensleeves,' a very old English song."
What is JFK's favorite song?
"greensleeves"
Which song is Henry believed to have written for anne Boleyn?
"Greensleeves" it is because I played who wants to be a millionare and it was right.
What os the Name of Henry the viii's song?
Greensleeves
What is a popular ice-cream theme song?
Greensleeves :)
Greensleeves is another name for what Christmas song?
What Child is This
When was What child is this written?
The lyrics were written by William Dix in 1865. The tune is much older. The poem uses the melody of the folk song "Greensleeves", which was definitely in existence no later than 1580, and may be older still. By 1602 the song was well known enough to be referred to in a play by Shakespeare.
What are the lyrics to snickers feast song?
It's "Greensleeves" Alas, my love, you do me wrong To cast me off discourteously. Greensleeves were all my joyGreensleeves were my delight.
Is Greensleeves a patriotic song?
It's certainly not explicitly one in the lyrics, being essentially a love ballad.
Was Greensleeves written by Henry VIII?
No. The ballad Greensleeves, which was originally called "A Newe Northen Dittye of ye Ladye Greene Sleves", was written by Richard Jones in 1580.
