Irish Folk Music Lyrics And Guitar Chords A-B
Most of the songs here have just three chords / tabs, easy for the novice guitar player, If you can't find what you want here, have a look at the other sections or use the search box below , sometimes the lyrics may have a different title. This site has the biggest collection of Irish folk, ballads and rebel songs ever collected and on one easy to find website, over 2000 songs and I'm still collecting more each day.A lot of the rebel songs and ballads are now in the Wolfe Tones section.
|
Irish National Anthem
Peadar Kearney / Paddy Heaney A Man You Don't Meet Every Day The Dubliners / Pogues All The Lies That You Told Me Christy Hennessy / Frances Black Achill Island A Daisy A Day Jud Stunk / Danny Doyle Aon Focal Eile Richie Kavanagh A Youth Inclined To Ramble Cara Dillon / Paul Brady Alice Benbolt Thomas Dunn and Nelson Kneass As I Roved Out The Clancy Bros. And Tommy Makem Autumn Gold Paul Brady And Andy Irvine An Irish Harvest Day Michael Maloney / John Hogan / Farmer Dan Angel By Christy Hennessy A Mother's Love's A Blessing Bridie Gallagher / Foster And Allen An Emigrant's Daughter Brian Taylor As I Leave Behind Neidin Jimmie McCarthy / Mary Black / The Fureys A Nation Once Again Thomas Davis / The Wolfe Tones / The Dubliners A Few Good Men The Dropkick Murphy's All For The Roses Wally Page / Christy Moore A Gallant Kerry Soldier The Threshing Mill Boys A Stor Mo Chroi Dervish Angel's Song Chloe Agnew A Toast W.Scott Messer / Darby O'Gill Any Tipperary Town Larry Cunningham / Daniel O'Donnell Are You Sleeping Maggie Dougie McClean / The Tannahill Weavers Always There By Secret Garden Secret Garden Beautiful Affair Stocktons Wing Beautiful Beautiful Ireland Ann And Francis Brolly The Bog Down In The Valley O' Trad. The Irish Rovers The Ballad Of Dan Breen The Treshing Mill Boys The Bells Of The Angelus Blood Stained Bandage Rebel Song / Wolfhound The Ballad Of Michael Collins Donagh McDonagh Ballyroan Song Dolores Keane Back To Donegal Rory McLeod Bantry Bay Song James Molloy / John McCormack Ballybunion By The Sea Larry Cunningham / The Pecker Dunne Blow Boys Blow Ewan McColl / Santiano The Blarney Stone The Mary Wallopers Barrett's Privateers Stan Rogers / The Irish Descendants Ballad Of Liam Clancy Fearghus Butler Bobby Sands Song Claymore Blackwater Side Trad. The Clancys And Tommy Makem Blackbird Of Sweet Avondale The Wolfe Tones / Silly Wizzard Boys From The Co. Mayo Colm O'Donnell Brave Frank Stagg Seamus Robinson Bells Over Belfast The Irish Rovers Boys Of Wexford The Wolfe Tones / Gary Og / John McCormack The Blarney Roses The Willoughby Brothers The Bergin Song Jez Lowe / The McCalmans / Liam Clancy The Best Of Friends Must Part George Millar / The Irish Rovers Bound Down For Newfoundland Ryans Fancy Bring Them Home Paddy McGuigan / The Barleycorn Boolavogue Patrick McCall / The Dubliners Ballad Of Brian Boru Dermot O'Brien Beer Beer Beer Trad. The Clancy Bros. And Tommy Makem The Boys Of Fairhill Trad. Jimmy Crowley Brough Brea Lyrics Sean Dynes By Memory Inspired Bucket Of Mountain Dew Brave FitzGibbon
Robert Morrow |
A Children's Winter
Dermot O'Reilly, Tin Whistle Notes Included Th All I Remember
Moving Hearts / Christy Moore A Bunch Of Violets Ann Breen / Brendan Shine A Place In The Choir Makem And Clancy / Celtic Thunder A Mother As Lovely As You Buddy Williams. A Fenian Ballad O'Donovan Rossa Ambush at Clonoe Ashtown Road Ballad Of Martin Savage An Irish Lullaby James Royce Shannon / Bing Crosby All Of The Hard Days Are Gone Kevin Krell / The Kingston Trio An Irish Lullaby By John Young A Munster Love Song Leo MaGuire. Recorded by Liam Devally An Exile's Dream Gerry Black And The Finnavons / Plus the Daniel O'Donnell version. Accordion Man Eric Waterman [ Newfoundland song ] After The Ball Is Over Charles Harris / Frances Black Arbour Hill Rebel / Declan Hunt Any Dream Will Do Leo Mead / Jason Donovan Anna Liffey Peadar Kearney / The Wolfe Tones Are You Right There Michael Percy French / Brendan O'Dowda The Armagh Sniper Rebel Song Autobiography Of A Navvy Patrick O'Sulllivan The Ballad of Gerard Casey Bold Thady Quill Johnny Gleeson / The Clancy Brothers And Tommy Makem The Bold Fenian Men Beautiful City By The Lee Trad. / William Bailey The Bonny Boy The Dubliners Brendan Behan Pete St. John Billy Green The Scout Stan Rogers Bonny Woodhall Andy Irvine Bantry Girls Lament Trad. Frances Black Ballinderry Song The Cottars Back On The Diet On Monday Ben Sands Bastards On Parade The Dropkick Murphys Barney Hare Ryans Fancy Ballymurphy Massacre Song Gerard McConnell Bugger Off The Real McKenzies Boys Of Barr Na Straide Sigerson Clifford / Niamh Parsons Boys From The Co. Cork The Clancys And Tommy Makem Barry's Column Wolfhound Brave Irish Men Padraig Grimes Brosna Town Dan Hannan / P.J. Murrihy Boys Of Kilmichael Derek Warfield The Barleycorn Traditional The Butcher Boy The Clancy Bros. / Sinead O'Connor The Blind Harper Trad. Andy Irvine The Black And Tan Gun Trad. Rebel / Wolfhound The Banks Of My Own Lovely Lee Richard Forbes and J.C. Flannagan Belfast Lyrics Barnbrack Boys From The Co. Armagh Bridie Gallagher / The Wolfe Tones Billy Reid Rebel Song Beautiful Meath Nelson / Mary Duff Bold O'Donaghue Johnny McEvoy Bold Robert Emmet The Bard Of Armagh Thomas Campbell / The Clancy Bros. And Tommy Makem The Bonnie Irish Maid Traditional. Believe In Me By Christie Hennessy The Belfast Brigade Christy Moore The Ballad Of Thomas Traynor Brian Dillon Black Velvet Band The Dubliners / The Clancy Bros And Tommy Makem. Irish Lyrics And Chords |
The only reason this site is here is to keep the Irish folk/ballad scene alive. If any songwriter has a problem with their work been displayed here let me know and it will be removed.But I believe from an artists prospective to encourage others to preform their songs at school,collage,pub or club is of great promotional value
As the Wolfe Tones say ''Let the people sing their stories and their songs and the music of their native land''Learn the songs join a band,get a session going in your local pub or club.Ask your local radio station to play Irish folk songs , lets keep our songs alive
All the lyrics here have been credited to who wrote them or if traditional then to whoever singer/band made them famous.Please let me know if you have any info./background on a song that may be of interest , any requests just email. The chords/tabs have been kept easy, mostly just three chords.If you have written an Irish or folk song and want it published, send it to me, lots of novice and established songwriters have .
This site is a history of Ireland through songs. Singing and songwriting is a tradition in Ireland , It goes back hundreds of years , from the time of the bards[storytellers] to the modern folk/balladeer.
Songwriters throughout Ireland's history have written about every aspect of Irish life , from our troubled history under British rule , about the general strike of 1913 , about unemployment , hunger-strikes , the travelling community , about the evictions of families by cruel landlords , tales of drink , also anti drug tunes like Uncle Nobby's Steamboat , love, happy and sad stories , songs about the sea and our brave fishermen , and emigration to find a better life. hundreds more commemorating patriots and hero's.and plenty of Celtic tunes
These songs tell us a lot about who we are as a people and the hardship we endured to get to where we are today in this great country of ours. So pull up a chair, you're welcome to the best ballad session in the world.
As the Wolfe Tones say ''Let the people sing their stories and their songs and the music of their native land''Learn the songs join a band,get a session going in your local pub or club.Ask your local radio station to play Irish folk songs , lets keep our songs alive
All the lyrics here have been credited to who wrote them or if traditional then to whoever singer/band made them famous.Please let me know if you have any info./background on a song that may be of interest , any requests just email. The chords/tabs have been kept easy, mostly just three chords.If you have written an Irish or folk song and want it published, send it to me, lots of novice and established songwriters have .
This site is a history of Ireland through songs. Singing and songwriting is a tradition in Ireland , It goes back hundreds of years , from the time of the bards[storytellers] to the modern folk/balladeer.
Songwriters throughout Ireland's history have written about every aspect of Irish life , from our troubled history under British rule , about the general strike of 1913 , about unemployment , hunger-strikes , the travelling community , about the evictions of families by cruel landlords , tales of drink , also anti drug tunes like Uncle Nobby's Steamboat , love, happy and sad stories , songs about the sea and our brave fishermen , and emigration to find a better life. hundreds more commemorating patriots and hero's.and plenty of Celtic tunes
These songs tell us a lot about who we are as a people and the hardship we endured to get to where we are today in this great country of ours. So pull up a chair, you're welcome to the best ballad session in the world.
The following is a few heart felt words sent to me from Sean Connell in America whose appreciation for Irish folk music has grown substantially over the years thanks to this site.Thanks for the help. I wish I could shake your hand. I am 31 years old and have played the guitar since I was 15 or so. I have always been into folk music, I incorporated some Irish folk into my American folk. But I was never as focused on Irish music as I am now. I owe it all to you. I have been using this site for several years. I cant be sure how long. I think I was with you since real early because I have seen the site grow exponentially. I remember when it was a lot smaller. I try to turn as many people on to it as possible. Anyway, this site alone has been the reason for my rapid learning of Irish folk, my confidence to go to the sessions, and reaching my ultimate goal of forming my own band with a fiddler and a mandolin/bohdran player with me on guitar and vocal. I cant thank you enough. I only hope we can have a session together someday. Keep up the good work, you are the only one who is doing it, and you are doing it for free, because you love Irish music, just like me--- Sean Connell RI USA originally from Boston.
comment: I wanted to thank you for this site. I was introduced to the tones while I was in college some 20 years ago along with groups like the Chieftains, The Clancy Brothers and others. I have maintained my passion for this rich and wonderful music to this day. As an American of Scots/Irish descent I have, as you noted, learned a great deal of the history of my family's home not only from the music but from the research that those songs inspired in me. As a sometime guitar player I am thoroughly enjoying the addition of the great rebel songs to my list for local parties and get togethers with friends. I enjoy introducing people to the music and the nation I love so well. This rich history and heritage must never be allowed to pass away for mere commercialism or politics. Thank you, God Bless and keep up the work. Keith Rankin.
Colin Flavin 2007. I wrote for a ballad competition in Listowel, it is a social commentary on the changes Ireland has experienced. I love the stories and memories my grandmother shares with me and the memories she has from her mother, of the community, the family together singing, talking, telling stories a real oral tradition, and this is what I think is also kept alive through you collecting these songs so we can continue to get together and sing them and share them again and again. Nowadays I think people are more interested in possessions and wealth and a lot of society has become cruel and hard and have forgotten that we are all one community and share a marvelous rich culture. Colin Flavin 2007
comment: I wanted to thank you for this site. I was introduced to the tones while I was in college some 20 years ago along with groups like the Chieftains, The Clancy Brothers and others. I have maintained my passion for this rich and wonderful music to this day. As an American of Scots/Irish descent I have, as you noted, learned a great deal of the history of my family's home not only from the music but from the research that those songs inspired in me. As a sometime guitar player I am thoroughly enjoying the addition of the great rebel songs to my list for local parties and get togethers with friends. I enjoy introducing people to the music and the nation I love so well. This rich history and heritage must never be allowed to pass away for mere commercialism or politics. Thank you, God Bless and keep up the work. Keith Rankin.
Colin Flavin 2007. I wrote for a ballad competition in Listowel, it is a social commentary on the changes Ireland has experienced. I love the stories and memories my grandmother shares with me and the memories she has from her mother, of the community, the family together singing, talking, telling stories a real oral tradition, and this is what I think is also kept alive through you collecting these songs so we can continue to get together and sing them and share them again and again. Nowadays I think people are more interested in possessions and wealth and a lot of society has become cruel and hard and have forgotten that we are all one community and share a marvelous rich culture. Colin Flavin 2007
Introduction - Celtic Songs
Celtic music has a rich history, dating back thousands of years. Originating from the Celtic tribes of Ireland, Scotland, and Wales, this musical tradition has evolved over time and has had a profound influence on modern music. Through its unique blend of melody, rhythm, and storytelling, Celtic music has captured the hearts and minds of people all over the world. In this thesis, we will explore the origins of Celtic music and how it has influenced modern music, particularly in the genres of folk, rock, and pop.
Origins of Celtic Music
Celtic music has its roots in the culture and traditions of the Celtic people, who inhabited Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. These tribes had a strong oral tradition, and music played a significant role in their daily lives. The Celts believed that music had the power to connect them to the spiritual realm and was often used in religious ceremonies and rituals. They also used music as a form of storytelling, passing down their history and legends through song.
Instruments used in Celtic music were primarily made from natural materials such as wood, animal skin, and bone. The most common instruments included the harp, fiddle, tin whistle, bodhran, and uilleann pipes. These instruments, along with the distinct vocal style of Celtic music, created a unique sound that was immediately recognizable.
Influence on Modern Music
The influence of Celtic music on modern music can be seen in various genres, including folk, rock, and pop. Celtic music’s influence on folk music is perhaps the most evident, as many folk songs have their roots in Celtic music. In the 1960s and 1970s, the folk revival movement in the United States and Britain saw a renewed interest in traditional music, and many artists began incorporating Celtic influences into their music.
One of the most significant contributions of Celtic music to modern music is the use of traditional instruments. Artists such as Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and Joni Mitchell incorporated instruments like the tin whistle, fiddle, and bodhran into their music, giving it a distinct Celtic sound. This influence can still be heard in contemporary folk music, with artists like Mumford and Sons and The Lumineers incorporating Celtic elements into their songs.
Another genre heavily influenced by Celtic music is rock music. In the 1960s and 1970s, the Celtic rock movement emerged, blending traditional Celtic music with rock and roll. Bands like Horslips and The Pogues fused traditional Celtic instruments and melodies with electric guitars and drums, creating a new and exciting sound. This fusion of genres can be seen in modern rock bands such as Dropkick Murphys and Flogging Molly, who continue to incorporate Celtic elements into their music.
Celtic music has also had a significant influence on pop music. From the 1990s onwards, there has been a rise in the popularity of Celtic-inspired pop music. Artists like Enya, Clannad, and Loreena McKennitt have incorporated Celtic elements into their music, creating a unique and ethereal sound. This influence can also be seen in contemporary pop music, with artists like Ed Sheeran and Hozier incorporating Celtic elements into their songs.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Celtic music has had a profound influence on modern music. Its unique blend of melody, rhythm, and storytelling has captured the hearts and minds of people all over the world. From folk to rock to pop, Celtic music has left a lasting impact on various genres, and its influence continues to be seen in contemporary music. As we continue to see new and exciting fusion of genres, we can be sure that the influence of Celtic music will continue to thrive and evolve.
Celtic music has a rich history, dating back thousands of years. Originating from the Celtic tribes of Ireland, Scotland, and Wales, this musical tradition has evolved over time and has had a profound influence on modern music. Through its unique blend of melody, rhythm, and storytelling, Celtic music has captured the hearts and minds of people all over the world. In this thesis, we will explore the origins of Celtic music and how it has influenced modern music, particularly in the genres of folk, rock, and pop.
Origins of Celtic Music
Celtic music has its roots in the culture and traditions of the Celtic people, who inhabited Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. These tribes had a strong oral tradition, and music played a significant role in their daily lives. The Celts believed that music had the power to connect them to the spiritual realm and was often used in religious ceremonies and rituals. They also used music as a form of storytelling, passing down their history and legends through song.
Instruments used in Celtic music were primarily made from natural materials such as wood, animal skin, and bone. The most common instruments included the harp, fiddle, tin whistle, bodhran, and uilleann pipes. These instruments, along with the distinct vocal style of Celtic music, created a unique sound that was immediately recognizable.
Influence on Modern Music
The influence of Celtic music on modern music can be seen in various genres, including folk, rock, and pop. Celtic music’s influence on folk music is perhaps the most evident, as many folk songs have their roots in Celtic music. In the 1960s and 1970s, the folk revival movement in the United States and Britain saw a renewed interest in traditional music, and many artists began incorporating Celtic influences into their music.
One of the most significant contributions of Celtic music to modern music is the use of traditional instruments. Artists such as Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and Joni Mitchell incorporated instruments like the tin whistle, fiddle, and bodhran into their music, giving it a distinct Celtic sound. This influence can still be heard in contemporary folk music, with artists like Mumford and Sons and The Lumineers incorporating Celtic elements into their songs.
Another genre heavily influenced by Celtic music is rock music. In the 1960s and 1970s, the Celtic rock movement emerged, blending traditional Celtic music with rock and roll. Bands like Horslips and The Pogues fused traditional Celtic instruments and melodies with electric guitars and drums, creating a new and exciting sound. This fusion of genres can be seen in modern rock bands such as Dropkick Murphys and Flogging Molly, who continue to incorporate Celtic elements into their music.
Celtic music has also had a significant influence on pop music. From the 1990s onwards, there has been a rise in the popularity of Celtic-inspired pop music. Artists like Enya, Clannad, and Loreena McKennitt have incorporated Celtic elements into their music, creating a unique and ethereal sound. This influence can also be seen in contemporary pop music, with artists like Ed Sheeran and Hozier incorporating Celtic elements into their songs.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Celtic music has had a profound influence on modern music. Its unique blend of melody, rhythm, and storytelling has captured the hearts and minds of people all over the world. From folk to rock to pop, Celtic music has left a lasting impact on various genres, and its influence continues to be seen in contemporary music. As we continue to see new and exciting fusion of genres, we can be sure that the influence of Celtic music will continue to thrive and evolve.
