"Star of the County Down" is a beloved Irish ballad that originated in Northern Ireland, specifically from County Down, in the late 19th century. The song is set to the traditional Irish melody known as "Kingsfold," which has been used for numerous folk songs and hymns across the British Isles....
Give Me Your Hand – Irish Song Lyrics
"Give Me Your Hand," known in Irish as "Tabhair Dom Do Lámh," is an elegant and historically significant Irish tune that traces its origins to the early 17th century. Attributed to the renowned Irish harper Ruaidhrí Dall Ó Catháin (Rory Dall O'Cahan), who lived from approximately 1570 to 1650, the...
The Wearing Of The Green – Irish Song Lyrics
"The Wearing of the Green" is a traditional Irish ballad that dates back to the Irish Rebellion of 1798. The song laments the suppression of Irish nationalism, specifically referencing the British ban on wearing green, which was a symbol of Irish identity and solidarity. The color green had become associated...
Cockles and Mussels (Molly Malone) – Irish Song Lyrics
"Cockles and Mussels," commonly known as "Molly Malone" or "In Dublin's Fair City," is one of Ireland's most beloved folk songs, though its origins blend history with mythology. The ballad emerged in late 19th century Dublin, with its first published version appearing around 1884, attributed to James Yorkston. The song...
The Irish Washerwoman – Irish Song Lyrics
"The Irish Washerwoman" is a lively traditional Irish jig that dates back to the late 18th century, first appearing in print in 1791 in Peter Thompson's "Compleat Collection of 200 Favourite Country Dances." The tune quickly became popular across Ireland, Britain, and later in North America. Unlike many traditional Irish...