Standin’ in the need of prayer. “Standing in the Need” is an African American spiritual, and, like many folk songs, its origin is unknown. Both text and tune became wellContinue readingStandin’ in the Need of Prayer
They Call the Wind Maria
“They Call the Wind Maria” is an American popular song with lyrics written by Alan J. Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe for their 1951 Broadway musical, Paint Your Wagon,Continue readingThey Call the Wind Maria
Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down
“Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down” is a song written by Kris Kristofferson that was recorded in 1969 by Ray Stevens before becoming a #1 hit on the Billboard US Country chartContinue readingSunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down
Down in the Valley
“Down in the Valley”, also known as “Birmingham Jail”, is a traditional American folk song. It has been recorded by many artists and is included in the Songs of ExpandingContinue readingDown in the Valley
Farther Along
“Farther Along” is an American Southern gospel song of disputed authorship. The song deals with a Christian’s dismay at the apparent prosperity of the wicked, when contrasted with the sufferingContinue readingFarther Along
Crooked Jack
“Crooked Jack” The song is based on the accounts of appalling working conditions for Irish and Scottish workers on a hydro dam project as well as of their experience ofContinue readingCrooked Jack
Paddle your on Canoe
“Paddle your on Canoe” 1st published in 1866 Another of Harry Clifton’s motto songs that has passed into the oral folk tradition on both sides of the Atlantic (there isContinue readingPaddle your on Canoe
Blow the Candle Out
“Blow the Candle Out” The story tells of a young apprentice, or recruit, bundling with his sweetheart for the last time before an extended absence. Frank Purslow and John PearseContinue readingBlow the Candle Out
The Patriot Game
The Patriot Game” is an Irish ballad with lyrics by Dominic Behan and a melody from the traditional tune “One Morning in May”. The song concerns an incident during theContinue readingThe Patriot Game
Katy Daly
Composer & Lyricist: Eamonn O’Shea A song about Katy Daly who knew how to make a fine brew or two! She was eventually arrested for illegally brewing Irish whiskey andContinue readingKaty Daly