[1] The Civil War began shortly after the song's release; "Aura Lea" was adopted by soldiers on both sides, and was often sung around campfires.

[1] The tune is familiar to modern audiences from the 1956 Elvis Presley #1 hit "Love Me Tender" with new lyrics by Ken Darby, a derivative adaptation of the original.

In thy blush the rose was born, Music, when you spake, Through thine azure eye the morn, Sparkling seemed to break.

the bird may flee, The willow's golden hair Swing through winter fitfully, On the stormy air.

When the mistletoe was green, Midst the winter's snows, Sunshine in thy face was seen, Kissing lips of rose.