Full Lyrics
My Bonnie lies over the ocean,
My Bonnie lies over the sea,
My Bonnie lies over the ocean,
Oh bring back my Bonnie to me.
Bring back, bring back,
Oh bring back my Bonnie to me, to me.
Bring back, bring back,
Oh bring back my Bonnie to me.
Oh blow ye winds over the ocean,
Oh blow ye winds over the sea,
Oh blow ye winds over the ocean,
And bring back my Bonnie to me.
The winds have blown over the ocean,
The winds have blown over the sea,
The winds have blown over the ocean,
And brought back my Bonnie to me.
Last night as I lay on my pillow,
Last night as I lay on my bed,
Last night as I lay on my pillow,
I dreamed that my Bonnie was dead.
About This Song
"My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean" is a traditional Scottish folk song that has been popular since the 19th century. The song is believed to be about Bonnie Prince Charlie, who was exiled after the Jacobite uprising of 1745.
Supporters of Prince Charles used the song as a secret way to express their loyalty, as "Bonnie" referred to their beloved prince across the sea in France. Over time, it evolved into a love song and popular children's lullaby.
The gentle, rolling melody mimics the rhythm of ocean waves, making it perfect for soothing babies to sleep. The song has been recorded by countless artists and remains a beloved classic for families worldwide.