Streams Of Whiskey Lyrics And Chords
Recorded by The Mary Wallopers for The Jools Holland New Years Show in 2023. As preformed by The Pogues [ song lyrics ],,I played guitar for Shane a few years ago,,he still owes me a drink or 2 for that night. The tin whistle riff that gets played at the start and between verses is included. Regarding songs about whiskey, this one is very popular with all Pogues fans but hardly known to the general population. The more well known of songs about whiskey is Whiskey In The Jar Song which was recorded by most ballad groups around the world . I have now included the full tin whistle sheet music in the key of D. Spider Stacey does the whistle part.
The Harmonica Tab Is Here In This Ebook
The Harmonica Tab Is Here In This Ebook
Ebook of tin whistle tabs for The Pogues
After The Pogues first gig at Pindar Of Wakefield
Shane managed to fine a bass player in the record
shop where he worked, her name was Cait O'Riordan
who was 17 years old. The gigs that followed were
in The 101 Club in Clapham and the 100 Club on Oxford
Street.Although Cait couldn't play the bass guitar
at this point, James the accordion player thought her
the notes and her first gig as a Pogue was at the
101 club.. Spider Stacey also learned his instrument
at this time, the tin whistle, so instead of wandering
around the stage aimlessly he now had a purpose.
It was Shane's idea that Spider take up the whistle.
Shane managed to fine a bass player in the record
shop where he worked, her name was Cait O'Riordan
who was 17 years old. The gigs that followed were
in The 101 Club in Clapham and the 100 Club on Oxford
Street.Although Cait couldn't play the bass guitar
at this point, James the accordion player thought her
the notes and her first gig as a Pogue was at the
101 club.. Spider Stacey also learned his instrument
at this time, the tin whistle, so instead of wandering
around the stage aimlessly he now had a purpose.
It was Shane's idea that Spider take up the whistle.
[D]Last night as I slept I[G] dreamed I met with[D] Behan
I[D] shook him by the hand and we[G] passed the time of[A] day
When[D] questioned on his views on the[G] crux of life's philoso[D]phies
He[D] had but these few clear and[G] simple words to [A]say
I am[D] going, I am going, Any which way the[G] wind may be blowing
I am[D] going, I am going, Where streams of whiskey are flowing
I have cursed, bled and sworn, Jumped bail and landed up in jail
Life has often tried to stretch me, but the rope always was slack
And now that I've a pile, I'll go down to the Chelsea
I'll walk in on my feet, but I'll leave there on my back
Oh the words that he spoke, seemed the wisest of philosophies
There's nothing ever gained by a wet thing called a tear
When the world is too dark and I need the light inside of me
I'll walk into a bar and drink fifteen pints of beer
The guitar chords for all the verses.
[D]Last night as I slept I[G] dreamed I met with[D] Behan I[D] shook him by the hand and we[G] passed the time of[A] day When[D] questioned on his views on the[G] crux of life's philoso[D]phies He[D] had but these few clear and[G] simple words to [A]say
Chorus I am[D] going, I am going, Any which way the[G] wind may be blowing I am[D] going, I am going, Where streams of whiskey are flowing
[D]I have cursed, bled and sworn, [G]Jumped bail and landed [D]up in jail [D]Life has often tried to stretch me, but the [G]rope always was [A]slack And [D]now that I'VE a pile, I'll go [G]down to the [D]Chelsea I'll [D]walk in on my feet, but I'll [G]leave there on my [A]back
Chorus I am[D] going, I am going, Any which way the[G] wind may be blowing I am[D] going, I am going, Where streams of whiskey are flowing
[D]Oh the words that he spoke, seemed the [G]wisest of philoso[D]phies [D]There's nothing ever gained by a [G]wet thing called a [A]tear When the [D]world is too dark and I [G]need the light in[D]side of me I'll [D]walk into a bar and drink [G]fifteen pints of [A]beer
Chorus I am[D] going, I am going, Any which way the[G] wind may be blowing I am[D] going, I am going, Where streams of whiskey are flowing.
Guitar chords in the Key of G Major.
[G]Last night as I slept I[C] dreamed I met with[G] Behan I[G] shook him by the hand and we[C] passed the time of[D] day When[G] questioned on his views on the[C] crux of life's philoso[G]phies He[G] had but these few clear and[C] simple words to [D]say
Chorus I am[G] going, I am going, Any which way the[C] wind may be blowing I am[G] going, I am going, Where streams of whiskey are flowing
[G]I have cursed, bled and sworn, [C]Jumped bail and landed [G]up in jail [G]Life has often tried to stretch me, but the [C]rope always was [D]slack And [G]now that I'VE a pile, I'll go [C]down to the [G]Chelsea I'll [G]walk in on my feet, but I'll [C]leave there on my [D]back
Chorus I am[G] going, I am going, Any which way the[C] wind may be blowing I am[G] going, I am going, Where streams of whiskey are flowing
[G]Oh the words that he spoke, seemed the [C]wisest of philoso[G]phies [G]There's nothing ever gained by a [C]wet thing called a [D]tear When the [G]world is too dark and I [C]need the light in[G]side of me I'll [G]walk into a bar and drink [C]fifteen pints of [D]beer
Chorus I am[G] going, I am going, Any which way the[C] wind may be blowing I am[G] going, I am going, Where streams of whiskey are flowing
[D]Last night as I slept I[G] dreamed I met with[D] Behan I[D] shook him by the hand and we[G] passed the time of[A] day When[D] questioned on his views on the[G] crux of life's philoso[D]phies He[D] had but these few clear and[G] simple words to [A]say
Chorus I am[D] going, I am going, Any which way the[G] wind may be blowing I am[D] going, I am going, Where streams of whiskey are flowing
[D]I have cursed, bled and sworn, [G]Jumped bail and landed [D]up in jail [D]Life has often tried to stretch me, but the [G]rope always was [A]slack And [D]now that I'VE a pile, I'll go [G]down to the [D]Chelsea I'll [D]walk in on my feet, but I'll [G]leave there on my [A]back
Chorus I am[D] going, I am going, Any which way the[G] wind may be blowing I am[D] going, I am going, Where streams of whiskey are flowing
[D]Oh the words that he spoke, seemed the [G]wisest of philoso[D]phies [D]There's nothing ever gained by a [G]wet thing called a [A]tear When the [D]world is too dark and I [G]need the light in[D]side of me I'll [D]walk into a bar and drink [G]fifteen pints of [A]beer
Chorus I am[D] going, I am going, Any which way the[G] wind may be blowing I am[D] going, I am going, Where streams of whiskey are flowing.
Guitar chords in the Key of G Major.
[G]Last night as I slept I[C] dreamed I met with[G] Behan I[G] shook him by the hand and we[C] passed the time of[D] day When[G] questioned on his views on the[C] crux of life's philoso[G]phies He[G] had but these few clear and[C] simple words to [D]say
Chorus I am[G] going, I am going, Any which way the[C] wind may be blowing I am[G] going, I am going, Where streams of whiskey are flowing
[G]I have cursed, bled and sworn, [C]Jumped bail and landed [G]up in jail [G]Life has often tried to stretch me, but the [C]rope always was [D]slack And [G]now that I'VE a pile, I'll go [C]down to the [G]Chelsea I'll [G]walk in on my feet, but I'll [C]leave there on my [D]back
Chorus I am[G] going, I am going, Any which way the[C] wind may be blowing I am[G] going, I am going, Where streams of whiskey are flowing
[G]Oh the words that he spoke, seemed the [C]wisest of philoso[G]phies [G]There's nothing ever gained by a [C]wet thing called a [D]tear When the [G]world is too dark and I [C]need the light in[G]side of me I'll [G]walk into a bar and drink [C]fifteen pints of [D]beer
Chorus I am[G] going, I am going, Any which way the[C] wind may be blowing I am[G] going, I am going, Where streams of whiskey are flowing
Shane MacGowan song Streams Of Whiskey
TBelow is the list of sheet music and tin whistle songs that are in my ebooks. This is the largest collection of tin whistle songs ever put together.[over 800 songs ] Including folk, pop and trad tunes plus German And French songs along with Christmas Carols.
All of the sheet music tabs have been made as easy to play as was possible. Streams Of Whiskey is included.
The price of the ebooks is €7.50
All of the sheet music tabs have been made as easy to play as was possible. Streams Of Whiskey is included.
The price of the ebooks is €7.50
Below is just the riff for Streams of whiskey. There's a full version in the pdf ebook.
Facts about The Pogues
Formation and Early Days: The band formed in London in 1982. Originally, they were called "Pogue Mahone," which is the anglicized version of the Irish Gaelic póg mo thóin, meaning "kiss my arse." Due to potential controversy, they later shortened the name to The Pogues.
Genre-Bending Sound: The Pogues are famous for their unique blend of traditional Irish folk music with punk rock energy and instrumentation. This fusion created a distinctive and influential sound.
Shane MacGowan's Influence: Shane MacGowan, the band's frontman, was a major creative force. His songwriting, often filled with literary references, Irish history, and gritty realism, defined The Pogues' lyrical style.
"Fairytale of New York": Their most famous song, "Fairytale of New York," featuring Kirsty MacColl, is a Christmas classic in the UK and Ireland, despite its bittersweet and non-traditional festive themes. It's consistently one of the most played Christmas songs each year.
Diverse Musical Backgrounds: The band members came from diverse musical backgrounds, including punk, jazz, and traditional Irish music. This variety contributed to their eclectic sound.
Controversy and Turmoil: The Pogues were known for their wild behavior and internal conflicts, particularly related to Shane MacGowan's struggles with substance abuse. This contributed to several lineup changes over the years.
Brief Collaboration with Joe Strummer: Joe Strummer of The Clash had a brief stint with The Pogues, even filling in as a replacement for Shane MacGowan at one point. He also produced some of their music.
Political and Social Commentary: Many of their songs address political and social issues, often from an Irish perspective or focusing on the experiences of the Irish diaspora.
Influence on Other Musicians: The Pogues have had a significant influence on numerous musicians and bands, particularly those interested in blending folk traditions with rock or punk.
Recurring Breakups and Reunions: The band has broken up and reunited several times.
"Dirty Old Town": Although not written by them, their cover of Ewan MacColl's "Dirty Old Town" is one of their signature songs and a live favorite. It helped introduce the song to a new generation.
Members: Besides Shane MacGowan, key members included Jem Finer (banjo), Spider Stacy (tin whistle), James Fearnley (accordion), Darryl Hunt (bass), and Andrew Ranken (drums).
These facts offer a glimpse into the history and impact of The Pogues.
