The Mother's Malison

The Mother's Malison or Clyde's Water is Child ballad number 216, Roud 91.

Synopsis
Willie, against his mother's advice, goes to May Margaret's home, where he is not admitted. He drowns in the Clyde. May Margaret wakes and says she dreamed of him. Her mother tells her that he had been there half an hour before. She goes after him and likewise drowns.

Recordings
Following are some of the notable recordings of the ballad, including their artists, titles, albums, and years: