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"Kempy Kay" (Roud 32, Child 33) is an English-language folk song.[1]

Synopsis

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A deformed suitor woos a hideous maiden, each of whom is described in bawdy detail. Finally, they exchange disgusting gifts, and the match is made.[2]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Francis James Child, The English and Scottish Popular Ballads, "Kempy Kay"
  2. ^ Waltz, Robert B.; Engle, David G. (2017). "Lady Alice". Folklore The Traditional Ballad Index: An Annotated Bibliography of the Folk Songs of the English-Speaking World. California State University, Fresno. Retrieved 2017-10-10.