Celtic music means two things mainly. The first: the music of the peoples calling themselves Celts (a non-musical, more political definition), as opposed to, say, "French music" or "English music." The second: whatever qualities may be unique to the musics of the Celtic Nations (a musical definition). Some insist there is actually nothing in common, such as Geoff Wallis and Sue Wilson in their book 'The Rough Guide to Irish Music', whereas others (such as Alan Stivell), say there is.
Often, the term Celtic music is applied to the music of Ireland and Scotland, because both places have produced well-known distinctive styles which actually have genuine commonality and clear mutual influences; however, it is notable that Irish and Scottish traditional musicians themselves avoid the term "Celtic music," except when forced by the necessities of the market. They are famous too because of the importance of Irish and Scottish people in the English speaking world, especially in America, where it had a profound impact on American music, particularly bluegrass and country music. The music of Wales, Cornwall, Isle of Man, Brittany, Galicia, Cantabria and Asturias and Northern Portugal are also a part of Celtic music, the Celtic tradition being particularly strong in Brittany, where Celtic festivals large and small take place throughout the year, and in Wales where the ancient eisteddfod tradition still occurs. Additionally, the musics of ethnically Celtic peoples abroad are vibrant, especially in Canada and the United States.
I'm Shipping Up to Boston
Dropkick Murphys Lyrics
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And I've lost my leg
Climbing up the top sails
I've lost my leg
I'm shipping up to Boston, whoa
I'm shipping up to Boston, whoa
I'm shipping up to Boston, whoa
I'm shipping off to find my wooden leg
I'm a sailor peg
And I've lost my leg
Climbing up the top sails
I've lost my leg
I'm shipping up to Boston, whoa
I'm shipping up to Boston, whoa
I'm shipping up to Boston, whoa
I'm shipping off to find my wooden leg
The lyrics of "I'm Shipping up to Boston" by Dropkick Murphys tell the story of a sailor who has lost his leg during the climb of the rigging. He refers to himself as a "sailor peg" which could be interpreted as him being replaceable by any other sailor, just as a peg can easily be replaced. The repetition of the first verse emphasizes his physical loss and the difficulty he had in performing his job as a sailor due to the loss of his leg.
The chorus of the song serves as a call to action and an expression of the sailor's determination to continue living a seafaring life despite his disability. He's shipping off to Boston to find his wooden leg, which symbolizes his desire to regain a sense of normalcy and independence. The use of the word "shipping" further emphasizes his identity as a sailor and his need to continue in his chosen profession.
The song is a powerful tribute to the resilience and perseverance of seafarers, who face unimaginable challenges and dangers in their line of work. It also highlights the strength of the human spirit and the ability to overcome adversity and continue on with one's goals and aspirations.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a sailor peg
I am a sailor who has had to adapt to life with a wooden leg
And I've lost my leg
I have lost my leg due to an accident while climbing up the top sails
Climbing up the top sails
Scaling the upper parts of the ship is an essential part of my job as a sailor
I've lost my leg
Unfortunately, I sustained an injury that resulted in the amputation of my leg
I'm shipping up to Boston, whoa
I am traveling to Boston by ship with a sense of purpose and determination
I'm shipping off to find my wooden leg
I am embarking on this journey to locate and retrieve my prosthetic leg
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, SPIRIT TWO SMA
Written by: Alexander Barr, James Lynch, Ken Casey, Marc Orrell, Matthew Kelly, Woody Guthrie
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