*2nd Generation dance. A dance that developed and was disseminated in a non-traditional way. 2G dances are specific – have a fixed format designed to correspond with the arrangement of a particular recording., whereas 1G dances are generic – have a shorter sequence that works with live music – where many different songs are played and arrangements vary according to the tastes of musicians and dancers. For more on the differences between 1st & 2nd G dances click here.
Below is the ABC version
For the AB version, see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGUKRPzvdYQ&feature=related Another AB:
And a stripped-down simple version. Whatever works!
Below is a modern version – same lyrics
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