It didn't translate well, I see. It's a form of poetry in the style of folk songs, at its core. They're set to a tune, and don't really have a set fixed-rhythm.
At fifteen I joined the army on expedition, Only at eighty did I finally return.
[ oh ho wait a second ]
Oh HO! Wait a second now! Who are you writing about, hm? You can't expect me to not want to know. Is there a gentleman caller in your life? Is he kind to you? Is he tall and handsome and talented?
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At fifteen I joined the army on expedition,
Only at eighty did I finally return.
[ oh ho wait a second ]
Oh HO! Wait a second now! Who are you writing about, hm? You can't expect me to not want to know. Is there a gentleman caller in your life? Is he kind to you? Is he tall and handsome and talented?