Composer

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Robert Jones

Genre

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Miscellaneous

Style

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Miscellaneous

Average_duration

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2:26

'Fie, what a coil is here!' is a popular song composed by Robert Jones, a prominent English composer and lutenist of the early 17th century. The song was first published in 1609 in Jones' collection of songs titled 'The First Booke of Songes and Ayres'. The song is a lighthearted and humorous depiction of a quarrel between a man and a woman. The lyrics describe the woman as being angry and the man as being confused and frustrated by her behavior. The title of the song, 'Fie, what a coil is here!', is an expression of the man's exasperation with the situation. The song is composed in a simple and catchy melody, with a lively and upbeat rhythm. It is written in the key of G major and has a time signature of 4/4. The song is composed in a strophic form, with each verse having the same melody and rhythm. The song has three verses, each with four lines. The first verse describes the woman's anger and the man's confusion. The second verse describes the man's attempts to calm the woman down, but to no avail. The third verse describes the man's frustration with the situation and his desire to leave. The song is characteristic of the English lute song tradition, which was popular in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Lute songs were typically composed for solo voice and lute accompaniment, and were often performed in the homes of the wealthy and aristocratic. They were known for their simple melodies, catchy rhythms, and witty lyrics. 'Fie, what a coil is here!' was a popular song in its time and has remained a favorite of performers and audiences alike. It has been recorded by numerous artists over the years, and has been featured in films, television shows, and stage productions. Its enduring popularity is a testament to the enduring appeal of Jones' music and the English lute song tradition.

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