Oleanna - Translation from the Norwegian by Pete Seeger
The lyrics for Oleanna were written by Ditmar Meidell, a Norwegian magazine editor who set his words to the melody "Rio Janeiro". Sung by Pete Seeger and David Mamet. Mudcat discussion. Wikipedia. SheetMusic(pdf)

     Ole, oleanna, ole, oleanna
     Ole, ole, ole, ole, ole, oleanna

Oh to be in Oleanna,
That's where I'd like to be
Than to be in Norway
And bear the chains of slavery

Little roasted piggies
Rush around the city streets
Inquiring so politely
If a slice of ham you'd like to eat

In Oleanna land is free
The wheat and corn just plant themselves
Then grow a good four feet a day
While on your bed you rest yourself

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