Bothy Ballad

Bothy Ballads are a traditional Scottish folk music genre originating from the rural farmlands of Northeast Scotland. These songs, often sung in the Scots dialect, are characterized by their storytelling nature, humor, and depictions of the lives and labors of farm workers, particularly those living in communal bothies. With their catchy melodies and narrative depth, bothy ballads capture the spirit of camaraderie and resilience among laborers in the 19th and early 20th centuries.