Sean Tracy lyrics and chords /Tipperary So Far Away
Traditional Irish Song, unknown song writer., this version by The Wolfe Tones. Sean Tracy was shot dead October 1920 Alternative chords-G=D, C=G, D=A. The song was also recorded by Tipperary based ballad group The Rebel Hearts and by Mick Flavin. Another Tipperary song also recorded by The Wolfe Tones but seldom sang at any of their gigs is Slievenamon [ lyrics and chords ]
Sean Tracy Song Words And Guitar Chords In G Major
The [G] sun had set with it`s [D] golden rays
And the [C] bitter [D] fight was [G] over
Our [D] brave boys sleep [C] beneath the [D] clay,
On [G] this earth they [C] are no [D] more
The moon shone over the [C] battle[D]field
Where a [G] dying [C] rebel [D] lay
His [G] arms were crossed and his [D] body stretched,
His [C] life blood [D] flowed [G] away
There were none to weep for you Sean Treacy
Or were keen in to sing in your praise
To decide your deeds like the Gaels of yore
On your face we no longer gaze
In that kingdom of love may your dear soul rest
On the word that we fervently pray
That we`ll all meet above the old friends we love
In Tipperary so far away
The soldiers of Erin bore him high
On their shoulders, they solemnly tread
And many a heart with a tearful sigh
Wept over our patriot dead
In silence they lowered him into the grave
To rest till his reckoning day
Sean Treacy who died, his home to save
In Tipperary so far away
The [G] sun had set with it`s [D] golden rays
And the [C] bitter [D] fight was [G] over
Our [D] brave boys sleep [C] beneath the [D] clay,
On [G] this earth they [C] are no [D] more
The moon shone over the [C] battle[D]field
Where a [G] dying [C] rebel [D] lay
His [G] arms were crossed and his [D] body stretched,
His [C] life blood [D] flowed [G] away
There were none to weep for you Sean Treacy
Or were keen in to sing in your praise
To decide your deeds like the Gaels of yore
On your face we no longer gaze
In that kingdom of love may your dear soul rest
On the word that we fervently pray
That we`ll all meet above the old friends we love
In Tipperary so far away
The soldiers of Erin bore him high
On their shoulders, they solemnly tread
And many a heart with a tearful sigh
Wept over our patriot dead
In silence they lowered him into the grave
To rest till his reckoning day
Sean Treacy who died, his home to save
In Tipperary so far away
SEAN TRACY / TIPPERARY FAR AWAY LYRICS
This rebel song was recorded in two versions with different endings and in different major keys by the Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem and by the Wolfe Tones . The following chords are by Marc.
Clancy Brothers’ and Makem’s version
The (A)moon it shone down on old (E7)Dublin (E)town
When the (E7)deadly fight was (A)o'er
(E)Thousands lay on the (A)cold, cold (E)ground
Their (E7)lives to claim no (A)more
The (E)moon it shone down on O'(A)Connell (E)Street
Where a (E7)dying young rebel (A)lay
With his (A)body gashed and his (E7)arms out(E)stretched
And his (E7)life's blood flowing a(A)way
A (A)passing comrade (E7)heard the (E)moans
The (E7)sufferer soon was (A)found
(E)Softly, gently he (A)raised his (E)head
Up (E7)from the cold, cold (A)ground
(E)Softly, gently ‚Com(A)rade’, he (E)cried,
‚No (E7)longer on earth can I (A)stay.
I will (A)never more roam to my (E7)own native (E)home
It’s Tippe(E7)rary, so far a(A)way.’
His (A)comrades gathered a(E7)round (E)him
And (E7)bid him a last fare(A)well
He (E)was as true and as (A)brave a (E)lad
That (E7) ever in battle (A)fell
They (E)dug a grave and (A)in it the (E)laid
The (E7)bones of Sean Tracy so (A)brave
He will (A)never more roam to his (E7)own native (E)home
Tippe(E7)rary, so far a(A)way.’
Wolfe Tones’ version Of The Lyrics & Chords
Intro: C-G-C-G
The (C)moon it shone down on (G7)Dublin (G)town
When the (G7)deadly fight was (C)o'er
(G)Thousands lay on the (C)cold, cold (G)ground
Their (G7)lives to claim no (C)more
The (G)moon it shone down in O'(C)Connell (G)Street
Where a (G7)dying young rebel (G)lay
With his (C)body gashed and his (G7)arms out(G)stretched
And his (G7)life's blood flowing a(C)way
A (C)passing comrade soon (G7)heard the (G)moans
The (G7)sufferer soon was (C)found
(G)Softly, gently they (C)raised his (G)head
Up (G7)from the cold, cold (C)ground
(G)Softly, gently ‚Com(C)rades’, he (G)cried,
‚No (G7)longer on earth can I (C)stay.
I will (C)never more roam to my (G7)own native (G)home
Tippe(G7)rary, so far a(C)way.’
A (C)lock of my hair I (G7)pray you (G)take
To my (G7)mother so dear to (C)me
And (G)tell her 'twas here by the (C)Liffey (G)side
My (G7)mouldering bones do (C)lay
For’t would (G)grieve your heart to see (C)young men shot (G)down,
Their (G7)bodies thrown into the (C)sea
And a (C)vision of light came be(G7)fore me to(G)night
Of Tippe(G7)rary so far a(C)way
The (C)soldiers of Ireland bore (G7)him on (G)high
On their (G7)shoulders with solemm (C)tread
And (G)many a heart with (C)tearful (G)sigh
Wept (G7)over our patriot (C)dead
In (G)silence they lowered him (C)in the (G)grave
To (G7)rest to the reckoning (G!)day
Sean (C)Tracy who died (pause) his (G7)home to (G)save (pause)
In Tippe(G7)rary so far a(C)way
Outro: C-C-G7-G G7-G7-C-C
This rebel song was recorded in two versions with different endings and in different major keys by the Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem and by the Wolfe Tones . The following chords are by Marc.
Clancy Brothers’ and Makem’s version
The (A)moon it shone down on old (E7)Dublin (E)town
When the (E7)deadly fight was (A)o'er
(E)Thousands lay on the (A)cold, cold (E)ground
Their (E7)lives to claim no (A)more
The (E)moon it shone down on O'(A)Connell (E)Street
Where a (E7)dying young rebel (A)lay
With his (A)body gashed and his (E7)arms out(E)stretched
And his (E7)life's blood flowing a(A)way
A (A)passing comrade (E7)heard the (E)moans
The (E7)sufferer soon was (A)found
(E)Softly, gently he (A)raised his (E)head
Up (E7)from the cold, cold (A)ground
(E)Softly, gently ‚Com(A)rade’, he (E)cried,
‚No (E7)longer on earth can I (A)stay.
I will (A)never more roam to my (E7)own native (E)home
It’s Tippe(E7)rary, so far a(A)way.’
His (A)comrades gathered a(E7)round (E)him
And (E7)bid him a last fare(A)well
He (E)was as true and as (A)brave a (E)lad
That (E7) ever in battle (A)fell
They (E)dug a grave and (A)in it the (E)laid
The (E7)bones of Sean Tracy so (A)brave
He will (A)never more roam to his (E7)own native (E)home
Tippe(E7)rary, so far a(A)way.’
Wolfe Tones’ version Of The Lyrics & Chords
Intro: C-G-C-G
The (C)moon it shone down on (G7)Dublin (G)town
When the (G7)deadly fight was (C)o'er
(G)Thousands lay on the (C)cold, cold (G)ground
Their (G7)lives to claim no (C)more
The (G)moon it shone down in O'(C)Connell (G)Street
Where a (G7)dying young rebel (G)lay
With his (C)body gashed and his (G7)arms out(G)stretched
And his (G7)life's blood flowing a(C)way
A (C)passing comrade soon (G7)heard the (G)moans
The (G7)sufferer soon was (C)found
(G)Softly, gently they (C)raised his (G)head
Up (G7)from the cold, cold (C)ground
(G)Softly, gently ‚Com(C)rades’, he (G)cried,
‚No (G7)longer on earth can I (C)stay.
I will (C)never more roam to my (G7)own native (G)home
Tippe(G7)rary, so far a(C)way.’
A (C)lock of my hair I (G7)pray you (G)take
To my (G7)mother so dear to (C)me
And (G)tell her 'twas here by the (C)Liffey (G)side
My (G7)mouldering bones do (C)lay
For’t would (G)grieve your heart to see (C)young men shot (G)down,
Their (G7)bodies thrown into the (C)sea
And a (C)vision of light came be(G7)fore me to(G)night
Of Tippe(G7)rary so far a(C)way
The (C)soldiers of Ireland bore (G7)him on (G)high
On their (G7)shoulders with solemm (C)tread
And (G)many a heart with (C)tearful (G)sigh
Wept (G7)over our patriot (C)dead
In (G)silence they lowered him (C)in the (G)grave
To (G7)rest to the reckoning (G!)day
Sean (C)Tracy who died (pause) his (G7)home to (G)save (pause)
In Tippe(G7)rary so far a(C)way
Outro: C-C-G7-G G7-G7-C-C
Sean Tracy was an Irish rebel who played a significant role in the fight for Irish independence from British rule in the early 20th century. Born in Dublin in 1895, Tracy grew up in a time of great political turmoil and social unrest in Ireland. He was deeply influenced by the Irish nationalist movement and was drawn to the idea of a free and united Ireland. Tracy’s involvement in the struggle for independence was marked by his unwavering dedication and determination, making him a prominent figure in the Irish rebel movement.
Tracy’s early life was shaped by the events and ideologies that were prevalent in Ireland at the time. Growing up in a working-class family, he was exposed to the poverty and oppression that many Irish people faced under British rule. This fueled his passion for Irish nationalism and he joined the Irish Volunteers, a paramilitary organization that was formed in 1913 to fight for Irish independence. Tracy’s involvement in the Volunteers would prove to be a formative experience for him, as he quickly rose through the ranks and became a prominent leader within the organization.
Tracy’s commitment to the cause of Irish independence was put to the test during the Easter Rising of 1916. The Irish Volunteers, along with other nationalist groups, staged a rebellion against British rule in Dublin. Tracy played a crucial role in the planning and execution of the Rising, and he was stationed at the General Post Office (GPO), which was the headquarters of the rebellion. Despite being heavily outnumbered and outgunned, Tracy and his fellow rebels fought bravely for six days before ultimately surrendering to the British forces. The Rising may have been a military defeat, but it was a pivotal moment in Irish history, as it sparked a renewed sense of nationalism and resistance against British rule.
After the Easter Rising, Tracy was arrested and imprisoned in Frongoch internment camp in Wales. It was during his time in prison that he became even more committed to the cause of Irish independence. He educated himself on the history of Ireland and studied the strategies of other successful rebellions, such as the American Revolution. Tracy also formed strong bonds with other Irish rebels, including Michael Collins and Éamon de Valera, who would become prominent figures in the fight for Irish independence.
Upon his release from prison, Tracy returned to Ireland and played a key role in the Irish War of Independence, which lasted from 1919 to 1921. He was involved in a number of successful operations against British forces, including the ambush of a British military convoy in January 1921, which resulted in the deaths of 16 British soldiers. Tracy’s leadership and strategic thinking were instrumental in the success of these operations, and he quickly became known as one of the most effective and feared rebel leaders in Ireland.
Tracy’s involvement in the Irish War of Independence came to an end when he was captured by British forces in May 1921. He was sentenced to death for his role in the ambush, but this was later commuted to life imprisonment. During his time in prison, Tracy continued to fight for Irish independence, joining other prisoners in a hunger strike to protest against their treatment. He was eventually released in December 1923 as part of a general amnesty for political prisoners.
Despite his release, Tracy remained a staunch supporter of the Irish republican cause and continued to play an active role in the fight for independence. He was a member of the Irish Republican Army (IRA) and was involved in a number of guerrilla attacks against British forces during the Irish Civil War. However, the Civil War ultimately ended in defeat for the republican side, and Tracy, along with many other rebels, was forced to go into hiding.
In 1925, Tracy left Ireland and went into exile in the United States, where he continued to advocate for Irish independence and raise funds for the IRA. He also became involved in socialist and labor movements, seeing them as a way to fight against oppression and injustice. Tracy’s time in the US was marked by his unwavering commitment to the cause of Irish independence and his efforts to raise awareness of the ongoing struggle in his homeland.
In 1937, Tracy returned to Ireland and was welcomed back as a hero by the Irish people. He continued to be involved in political activism and was a vocal critic of the Irish Free State, which he believed had betrayed the ideals of the 1916 Easter Rising. Tracy’s dedication to the cause of Irish independence never wavered, and he remained a respected and influential figure in the Irish rebel movement until his death in 1968.
In conclusion, Sean Tracy’s life and legacy are a testament to his unwavering dedication and determination in the fight for Irish independence. His involvement in the Easter Rising, the Irish War of Independence, and the Irish Civil War solidified his place as one of the most prominent and respected rebel leaders in Irish history. Tracy’s commitment to the cause of Irish nationalism and his unwavering belief in the right of the Irish people to self-governance make him a hero and an inspiration to many. His legacy continues to live on in the hearts and minds of those who continue to fight for a free and united Ireland.
Tracy’s early life was shaped by the events and ideologies that were prevalent in Ireland at the time. Growing up in a working-class family, he was exposed to the poverty and oppression that many Irish people faced under British rule. This fueled his passion for Irish nationalism and he joined the Irish Volunteers, a paramilitary organization that was formed in 1913 to fight for Irish independence. Tracy’s involvement in the Volunteers would prove to be a formative experience for him, as he quickly rose through the ranks and became a prominent leader within the organization.
Tracy’s commitment to the cause of Irish independence was put to the test during the Easter Rising of 1916. The Irish Volunteers, along with other nationalist groups, staged a rebellion against British rule in Dublin. Tracy played a crucial role in the planning and execution of the Rising, and he was stationed at the General Post Office (GPO), which was the headquarters of the rebellion. Despite being heavily outnumbered and outgunned, Tracy and his fellow rebels fought bravely for six days before ultimately surrendering to the British forces. The Rising may have been a military defeat, but it was a pivotal moment in Irish history, as it sparked a renewed sense of nationalism and resistance against British rule.
After the Easter Rising, Tracy was arrested and imprisoned in Frongoch internment camp in Wales. It was during his time in prison that he became even more committed to the cause of Irish independence. He educated himself on the history of Ireland and studied the strategies of other successful rebellions, such as the American Revolution. Tracy also formed strong bonds with other Irish rebels, including Michael Collins and Éamon de Valera, who would become prominent figures in the fight for Irish independence.
Upon his release from prison, Tracy returned to Ireland and played a key role in the Irish War of Independence, which lasted from 1919 to 1921. He was involved in a number of successful operations against British forces, including the ambush of a British military convoy in January 1921, which resulted in the deaths of 16 British soldiers. Tracy’s leadership and strategic thinking were instrumental in the success of these operations, and he quickly became known as one of the most effective and feared rebel leaders in Ireland.
Tracy’s involvement in the Irish War of Independence came to an end when he was captured by British forces in May 1921. He was sentenced to death for his role in the ambush, but this was later commuted to life imprisonment. During his time in prison, Tracy continued to fight for Irish independence, joining other prisoners in a hunger strike to protest against their treatment. He was eventually released in December 1923 as part of a general amnesty for political prisoners.
Despite his release, Tracy remained a staunch supporter of the Irish republican cause and continued to play an active role in the fight for independence. He was a member of the Irish Republican Army (IRA) and was involved in a number of guerrilla attacks against British forces during the Irish Civil War. However, the Civil War ultimately ended in defeat for the republican side, and Tracy, along with many other rebels, was forced to go into hiding.
In 1925, Tracy left Ireland and went into exile in the United States, where he continued to advocate for Irish independence and raise funds for the IRA. He also became involved in socialist and labor movements, seeing them as a way to fight against oppression and injustice. Tracy’s time in the US was marked by his unwavering commitment to the cause of Irish independence and his efforts to raise awareness of the ongoing struggle in his homeland.
In 1937, Tracy returned to Ireland and was welcomed back as a hero by the Irish people. He continued to be involved in political activism and was a vocal critic of the Irish Free State, which he believed had betrayed the ideals of the 1916 Easter Rising. Tracy’s dedication to the cause of Irish independence never wavered, and he remained a respected and influential figure in the Irish rebel movement until his death in 1968.
In conclusion, Sean Tracy’s life and legacy are a testament to his unwavering dedication and determination in the fight for Irish independence. His involvement in the Easter Rising, the Irish War of Independence, and the Irish Civil War solidified his place as one of the most prominent and respected rebel leaders in Irish history. Tracy’s commitment to the cause of Irish nationalism and his unwavering belief in the right of the Irish people to self-governance make him a hero and an inspiration to many. His legacy continues to live on in the hearts and minds of those who continue to fight for a free and united Ireland.
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