Miss Lilian

 Miss Lilian is a folk song from Tobago. Miss Lilian is a black lady who is nanny for a little white girl. In verse 1 it is not clear whether the lyricist has an eye for Miss Lilian or the little girl, but in verse 2 it becomes clear that the little girl is the centre of attention, as the epitome of exquisite beauty. 

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Lyrics: 

See Miss Lilian so fresh 'n' gay

 with a bunch of roses in her hair,

and a lilywhite maiden by her side; 

and I wonder if she will be my bride.

Just take her by her lilywhite hand,

and carry her across the water,

and give her the kisses: one, two, three!

and I wonder if she will be my bride!