One Last Cold Kiss lyrics and guitar chords

Felix Pappalardi wrote this song, and it was  recorded by the Irish folk singer and songwriter Christy Moore. The sheet music notes are included. Also recorded by Connla.

Two[Am] island swans, mated for [G]life,
And[Am] his faithful heart would not con[G]sider any other[Am] wife.
For three years peaceful joy midst the rushes of the [G]pond,
[Am]Proud and gentle was the loving of the[G] last two island [Am]swans.
 
Their love was like a circle, no beginning and no end,
With his lady by his side a treasure and best friend.
The pond was all so peaceful in the rising of the sun,
Young and free at the island breeze their life had just begun.
 
'Til a dread day in November when the searing cold did start,
Stalked the hunter with his bow and put an arrow through her heart.
Husband come to my side let your feathers warm my pain,
For I feel I will not spend another day with you again.
 
And the [C]cold [G]winds [Am]blow,
He was [C]brave but [G]he's laid [Em]low.
By her [C]body in the [G]isle of [Em]mist,
I [C]saw [D]him [E]give her one last [G]cold [A]kiss, one [C]last[D] cold[Am] kiss.
 
Of swans the people talk of only one in this days tide,
Through they brought him twenty ladies he would take no other bride.
They say he will not move from the place where she did fall,
Once so proud he's beaten now and he will not rise at all. 

Connla one last cold kiss song

​"One Last Cold Kiss" is a poignant song that beautifully captures themes of enduring love and tragic loss, often through the metaphor of nature.
Here's what is known about the song:

• Writer: The song was written by Felix Pappalardi. Pappalardi was an American musician, songwriter, and record producer, best known as the bassist and co-lead vocalist of the American hard rock band Mountain.
  
• Themes: The lyrics of "One Last Cold Kiss" tell a sorrowful tale of two island swans deeply devoted to each other. Their bond is portrayed as unbreakable, living a peaceful life together. The tragedy unfolds when the female swan is killed by a hunter. The song then focuses on the profound grief and unwavering loyalty of the male swan, who refuses to leave the spot where she fell and will not take another mate. The core themes explored are eternal love, profound sorrow, faithfulness in the face of loss, and the devastating impact of tragedy.
  
• Notable Performers:
  
  • The song has been recorded by the renowned Irish folk singer and songwriter Christy Moore, bringing it to a wide audience within the Irish folk tradition.
    
  • It has also been performed and recorded by Connla, an Irish traditional/folk band, further cementing its presence in the genre.
    

The song's evocative imagery and emotional depth make it a powerful ballad that resonates with listeners.

One last cold kiss singer Christy Moore

One Last Cold Kiss Sheet Music