Slievenamon Irish Song Lyrics And Guitar Chords
This is the ''Banner'' County song for Tipperary. Slievenamon guitar tab fingerstyle included. The 5 string banjo chords in G Major are included.The song was written by Charles J.Kicham and recorded by Johnny McEvoy, The Wolfe Tones and Al O'Donnell. other Irish singers who recorded the song include Louise Morrissey, Johnny McEvoy, Frank Patterson, Daniel O'Donnell, Maureen Hegerty, Michael Connolly and The Dublin City Ramblers. The youtube video is by The Wolfe Tones ballad group. Irish country singer Mike Denver recorded the song with drums in an upbeat tempo. The song was played in Croke Park when the Tipperary hurling team beat Kilkenny in the 2016 final. Slievenamon Sheet Music And Tin Whistle Notes
Slievenamon is a well-known and beloved Irish folk song that has captured the hearts and minds of generations of listeners. It is a song that evokes a sense of nostalgia, pride, and longing for the Irish homeland. Its lyrical and melodic beauty has made it a staple in the Irish traditional music scene and has earned it a place in the hearts of Irish people all over the world. This thesis aims to explore the history, significance, and impact of the Slievenamon song on Irish culture and society.
The origins of the Slievenamon song can be traced back to the 19th century when it was first composed by the Irish poet and songwriter, Charles Kickham. Kickham was a prominent figure in the Irish nationalist movement and a strong advocate for Irish independence. He was also a prolific writer, and his works often touched upon themes of Irish identity, culture, and history. Slievenamon was one of his most famous compositions and is believed to have been written in 1843 while Kickham was imprisoned for his involvement in the Young Irelander Rebellion.
The lyrics of Slievenamon are a beautiful and poetic tribute to the natural beauty of the Slievenamon mountain, located in County Tipperary, Ireland. The song describes the mountain as a place of tranquility and inspiration, with its 'heather-bells all sweetly ringing' and 'golden sunbeams, brightly shining.' It also speaks of the longing and homesickness felt by Irish exiles, as they dream of returning to their beloved homeland and the majestic Slievenamon.
The melody of Slievenamon is said to have been inspired by an old Irish air, but it was Kickham's lyrics that gave it the emotional depth and resonance it is known for today. The song quickly became popular among Irish nationalists and was often sung at political events and gatherings. It served as a source of comfort and inspiration for those fighting for Irish independence and became a symbol of Irish pride and resilience.
As the years passed, Slievenamon continued to be passed down through generations of Irish musicians and singers. It became a staple in the repertoire of traditional Irish musicians and was recorded by many notable artists, including The Dubliners, The Clancy Brothers, and Sinead O'Connor. The song's popularity only grew with time, and it remains a beloved and widely recognized Irish folk song to this day.
One of the reasons for Slievenamon's enduring popularity is its ability to evoke a strong sense of Irish identity and nostalgia. For many Irish people, the song represents a connection to their heritage and a reminder of their roots. It serves as a link to the past and a source of pride in their culture and history. The song's lyrics also touch upon universal themes of longing, love, and loss, making it relatable to people from all walks of life.
Moreover, Slievenamon has also played a significant role in Irish cultural and political events. It has been sung at important milestones in Irish history, such as the Easter Rising of 1916 and the War of Independence in the 1920s. The song has also been featured in various Irish films, further cementing its place in popular culture.
The origins of the Slievenamon song can be traced back to the 19th century when it was first composed by the Irish poet and songwriter, Charles Kickham. Kickham was a prominent figure in the Irish nationalist movement and a strong advocate for Irish independence. He was also a prolific writer, and his works often touched upon themes of Irish identity, culture, and history. Slievenamon was one of his most famous compositions and is believed to have been written in 1843 while Kickham was imprisoned for his involvement in the Young Irelander Rebellion.
The lyrics of Slievenamon are a beautiful and poetic tribute to the natural beauty of the Slievenamon mountain, located in County Tipperary, Ireland. The song describes the mountain as a place of tranquility and inspiration, with its 'heather-bells all sweetly ringing' and 'golden sunbeams, brightly shining.' It also speaks of the longing and homesickness felt by Irish exiles, as they dream of returning to their beloved homeland and the majestic Slievenamon.
The melody of Slievenamon is said to have been inspired by an old Irish air, but it was Kickham's lyrics that gave it the emotional depth and resonance it is known for today. The song quickly became popular among Irish nationalists and was often sung at political events and gatherings. It served as a source of comfort and inspiration for those fighting for Irish independence and became a symbol of Irish pride and resilience.
As the years passed, Slievenamon continued to be passed down through generations of Irish musicians and singers. It became a staple in the repertoire of traditional Irish musicians and was recorded by many notable artists, including The Dubliners, The Clancy Brothers, and Sinead O'Connor. The song's popularity only grew with time, and it remains a beloved and widely recognized Irish folk song to this day.
One of the reasons for Slievenamon's enduring popularity is its ability to evoke a strong sense of Irish identity and nostalgia. For many Irish people, the song represents a connection to their heritage and a reminder of their roots. It serves as a link to the past and a source of pride in their culture and history. The song's lyrics also touch upon universal themes of longing, love, and loss, making it relatable to people from all walks of life.
Moreover, Slievenamon has also played a significant role in Irish cultural and political events. It has been sung at important milestones in Irish history, such as the Easter Rising of 1916 and the War of Independence in the 1920s. The song has also been featured in various Irish films, further cementing its place in popular culture.
Slievenamon Song Words
Alone all alone by the wave-washed strand
And alone in a crowded hall
The hall it is gay and the waves they are grand
But but my heart is not here at all
It lies far away by night and by day
To the times and the joys that are gone
But I never will forget the sweet maiden I met
In the valley near Slievenamon
Oh it was not the grace of her queenly air
Nor her cheeks of roses glow
Nor her soft black eyes nor her flowing hair
Nor was it her lily white brow
'Twas the soul of truth and of melting ruth
And the smile like a summer's dawn
that stole my heart away one soft summer's day
In the valley near Slievenamon.
In the festive hall by the star watched shore Oh ever my restless spirit cries
My love oh my love will 1 ne'er see you more
And my land will you never up-rise
By night and by day 1 ever ever pray
While lonely my life flows on
To see our flag unrolled
And my true love to enfold
In the valley near Slievenamon.
Alone all alone by the wave-washed strand
And alone in a crowded hall
The hall it is gay and the waves they are grand
But but my heart is not here at all
It lies far away by night and by day
To the times and the joys that are gone
But I never will forget the sweet maiden I met
In the valley near Slievenamon
Oh it was not the grace of her queenly air
Nor her cheeks of roses glow
Nor her soft black eyes nor her flowing hair
Nor was it her lily white brow
'Twas the soul of truth and of melting ruth
And the smile like a summer's dawn
that stole my heart away one soft summer's day
In the valley near Slievenamon.
In the festive hall by the star watched shore Oh ever my restless spirit cries
My love oh my love will 1 ne'er see you more
And my land will you never up-rise
By night and by day 1 ever ever pray
While lonely my life flows on
To see our flag unrolled
And my true love to enfold
In the valley near Slievenamon.
Key of G Major
Alone[G] all alone by the[G7] wave-washed[C] strand
And a[D7]lone in a crowded[G] hall
The[G] hall it is gay and the[G7] waves they are[C] grand
But but my[D7] heart is not here at[G] all
It[D] lies far a[C]way by[G] night and by[Em] day
To the[A7] times and the joys that are[D7] gone
But I[G] never will forget the sweet [G7]maiden I[C] met
In the[D7] valley near Slievena[G]mon
Alone[G] all alone by the[G7] wave-washed[C] strand
And a[D7]lone in a crowded[G] hall
The[G] hall it is gay and the[G7] waves they are[C] grand
But but my[D7] heart is not here at[G] all
It[D] lies far a[C]way by[G] night and by[Em] day
To the[A7] times and the joys that are[D7] gone
But I[G] never will forget the sweet [G7]maiden I[C] met
In the[D7] valley near Slievena[G]mon
To play along with The Wolfe Tones use the following chords in the key of E.
[E]Alone all alone by the wave-washed[A] strand
And a[B]lone in a crow[G#m]ded[E] hall[A][E]
The[E] hall it is gay and the waves they are[A] grand
But but my[B] heart is not here at[E] all[A][E]
It[B] lies far a[A]way by[E] night and by day
To the[F#] times and the joys that are[B] gone[A][B]
[A]But I[E] never will forget the sweet mai[A]den I met
In the[B] valley near Sliev[G#m]ena[E]mon[A][E]
Key of D
Alone[D] all alone by the[D7] wave-washed[G] strand
And a[A7]lone in a crowded[D] hall
The[D] hall it is gay and the[D7] waves they are[G] grand
But but my[A7] heart is not here at[D] all
It[A] lies far a[G]way by[D] night and by[Bm] day
To the[E7] times and the joys that are[A7] gone
But I[D] never will forget the sweet [D7]maiden I[G] met
In the[A7] valley near Slievena[D]mon
[E]Alone all alone by the wave-washed[A] strand
And a[B]lone in a crow[G#m]ded[E] hall[A][E]
The[E] hall it is gay and the waves they are[A] grand
But but my[B] heart is not here at[E] all[A][E]
It[B] lies far a[A]way by[E] night and by day
To the[F#] times and the joys that are[B] gone[A][B]
[A]But I[E] never will forget the sweet mai[A]den I met
In the[B] valley near Sliev[G#m]ena[E]mon[A][E]
Key of D
Alone[D] all alone by the[D7] wave-washed[G] strand
And a[A7]lone in a crowded[D] hall
The[D] hall it is gay and the[D7] waves they are[G] grand
But but my[A7] heart is not here at[D] all
It[A] lies far a[G]way by[D] night and by[Bm] day
To the[E7] times and the joys that are[A7] gone
But I[D] never will forget the sweet [D7]maiden I[G] met
In the[A7] valley near Slievena[D]mon
Other version of Slievenamon lyrics with chords
(D) I hear no verses from (A) thrush or (G) black(D)bird
and (G) grass grows (D) dimly (G) on the (A) forest (D) path,
the gorgeous maiden with (A) grief is (G) la(D)den
with e(G)ternal (D) wailing (G) beating (A) hands be(D)reft.
She (A) cries all (G) pi(D)ning (G) that the (D) young men
In (G) Ireland (D) nightly no (A) rest can (D) plan.
The troop of rangers, all-(A)plundering (G) stran(D)gers
on the (G) sunny side slopes of (A) Sliab na (D) mBan.
I grieve my saying that that day's slaying
should have gone on, Gaels in their hundreds dead,
because the stranger is making game of us
saying pikes for them hold fear nor dread.
Our major came not in time of day break
we weren't prepared with our pikes as one,
but as wild sheep nearing a shepherd shearing
on the sunny side slopes of Sliab na mBan.
The Frenchman's rallying with sharp masts steadying
his top sails, bending at sea a while.
His frequent sea cracks mean out isle he's seeking
and for Gaels who see once more in power and style.
Could I believe that he's not deceiving
my heart wouldn't be weaving like the lark at dawn
to down the stranger and hear the hunt's horn blazing
on the sunny side slopes of Sliab na mBan.
New Ross 'tis known wasn't what beat us woefully
and left the horde of us stretched and weak,
we babes unclothed as cinders smouldering
and those who fought (bore at?) lying by ditch and dike.
I have it sworn now that he who lowered us
we'll be before him with pikes each man
and teach the yeoman to fear the foeman
when we pay the score to them at Sliabh na mBan.
(D) I hear no verses from (A) thrush or (G) black(D)bird
and (G) grass grows (D) dimly (G) on the (A) forest (D) path,
the gorgeous maiden with (A) grief is (G) la(D)den
with e(G)ternal (D) wailing (G) beating (A) hands be(D)reft.
She (A) cries all (G) pi(D)ning (G) that the (D) young men
In (G) Ireland (D) nightly no (A) rest can (D) plan.
The troop of rangers, all-(A)plundering (G) stran(D)gers
on the (G) sunny side slopes of (A) Sliab na (D) mBan.
I grieve my saying that that day's slaying
should have gone on, Gaels in their hundreds dead,
because the stranger is making game of us
saying pikes for them hold fear nor dread.
Our major came not in time of day break
we weren't prepared with our pikes as one,
but as wild sheep nearing a shepherd shearing
on the sunny side slopes of Sliab na mBan.
The Frenchman's rallying with sharp masts steadying
his top sails, bending at sea a while.
His frequent sea cracks mean out isle he's seeking
and for Gaels who see once more in power and style.
Could I believe that he's not deceiving
my heart wouldn't be weaving like the lark at dawn
to down the stranger and hear the hunt's horn blazing
on the sunny side slopes of Sliab na mBan.
New Ross 'tis known wasn't what beat us woefully
and left the horde of us stretched and weak,
we babes unclothed as cinders smouldering
and those who fought (bore at?) lying by ditch and dike.
I have it sworn now that he who lowered us
we'll be before him with pikes each man
and teach the yeoman to fear the foeman
when we pay the score to them at Sliabh na mBan.
Slievanamon 5 string banjo chords for the version in the key of G Major.