“Beautiful, Beautiful Ireland”

Description

Singer must leave "Ireland the gem of the sea," which he wishes were free. No land can compare with it. "The ship is now anchored in the bay, But when I will return with my true-love It is then you may be sure I'll stay"

Recordings

  • Munnelly/Deasy-Lenihan 20, "Beautiful, Beautiful Ireland" (1 text, 1 tune)

References

  1. Roud #5225
  2. BI, RcBeBeIr

About

Author: unknown
Earliest date: 1973 (Munnelly/Deasy-Lenihan)
Found in: Ireland