BARLEYJUICE TRIVIA:
Brewer is the group's frontman. In other lives, he has appeared in Dodge commercials and acted in movies ("Serial Mom" and "Fahrenheit 911") and on TV ("Homicide" and "Hack"). Carbomb owns a kilt-making company on the side.
Dear Ould Ireland
Barleyjuice Lyrics
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Great is the land we tread, but yet out heart is with our own.
And ere we leave this shanty small while fades the autumn day,
We'll toast old Ireland dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
Ireland boys hooray, oh Ireland boys hooray
We'll toast old Ireland, Dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
We've heard her faults a hundred times, the new ones and the old.
But take them all, the great and small, and this we've got to say:
Here's loved old Ireland, dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
Ireland boys hooray, oh Ireland boys hooray
We'll toast old Ireland, Dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
We know that brave and true men tried to crack her rusty chain.
The patriots suffered, the martyrs died, and all 'tis said in vain.
But no boy, no, a glance will show, how far they've won their way.
Here's brave old ireland, dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
Ireland boys hooray, oh Ireland boys hooray
We'll toast old Ireland, Dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
We've seen the wedding and the wake, the patron and the fair.
Lithe young frames and the dear old games in the kindly Irish air.
And the loud "Harroo" we have heard it too, and the thundering "Clear the way!"
Here's gay old ireland, dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
Ireland boys hooray, oh Ireland boys hooray
We'll toast old Ireland, Dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
In Pennsylvanian woods we've met and may never see again,
The dear old land where our hearts are set and our first fond hopes remain.
But come, fill up another cup, and with every sup we'll say,
We'll toast old Ireland, Dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
Ireland boys hooray, oh Ireland boys hooray
We'll toast old Ireland, Dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
The song "Dear Ould Ireland" by Barleyjuice reflects on the loyalty and longing felt by Irish immigrants to their homeland. The lyrics describe the pride and love for Ireland, even while living in the United States. The first verse describes a gathering in Pennsylvania, where Irish immigrants come together and recognize the beauty of their new land, but ultimately their heart is still with their native country. The chorus, "Ireland boys hooray," signifies a camaraderie and solidarity among the group, as they raise their glasses to their beloved land.
In the second verse, the lyrics acknowledge the criticisms and faults of Ireland, but ultimately the love for the country prevails over any shortcomings. The mentions of "songs and sermons, rants and rhymes" highlight the passion and emotion that comes with discussing Ireland. The third verse pays tribute to the sacrifices made by past generations in the fight for Irish independence, acknowledging that although progress has been made, there is still work to be done.
The final verse reminisces about the vibrant culture of Ireland, from weddings and wakes to the famous battle cry of "Harroo." The lyrics conclude with a sentimental acknowledgment that they may never return to their beloved homeland, but they will always raise a toast to "dear old Ireland."
Line by Line Meaning
In Pennsylvanian woods we've met from one bright island flown.
We met in Pennsylvania, having left Ireland to live elsewhere.
Great is the land we tread, but yet our heart is with our own.
Although we appreciate the new land, our heart belongs to Ireland.
And ere we leave this shanty small while fades the autumn day,
Before we depart from this humble dwelling at the end of autumn,
We'll toast old Ireland dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
We'll raise a glass to beloved Ireland and cheer for it.
We've heard her faults a hundred times, the new ones and the old.
We've heard about Ireland's problems many times, both recent and long-standing.
In songs and sermons, rants and rhymes, enlarged some fifty-fold.
In various forms of expression, the problems are often exaggerated.
But take them all, the great and small, and this we've got to say:
Regardless of the issues, we have one thing to say for sure:
Here's loved old Ireland, dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
Beloved Ireland! Cheers to it!
We know that brave and true men tried to crack her rusty chain.
We are aware of the brave efforts of people who fought for Ireland's freedom.
The patriots suffered, the martyrs died, and all 'tis said in vain.
The freedom fighters suffered and died, but their efforts didn't yield the desired result.
But no boy, no, a glance will show, how far they've won their way.
But a quick look shows us how much progress they've made towards their goal.
Here's brave old Ireland, dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
Brave Ireland! Cheers to it!
We've seen the wedding and the wake, the patron and the fair.
We've experienced the joyous occasions like weddings and the somber ones like wakes and the gatherings like fairs.
Lithe young frames and the dear old games in the kindly Irish air.
We've seen young and agile bodies and the classic games played in the pleasant Irish weather.
And the loud 'Harroo' we have heard it too, and the thundering 'Clear the way!'
We've heard the familiar Irish war cry 'Harroo' and the commanding 'Clear the way!' as well.
Here's gay old Ireland, dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
Cheerful Ireland! Cheers to it!
In Pennsylvanian woods we've met and may never see again,
We met in Pennsylvania and may never meet again.
The dear old land where our hearts are set and our first fond hopes remain.
Our hearts still belong to Ireland, where we had our first hopes and dreams.
But come, fill up another cup, and with every sup we'll say,
Let's refill our glasses and with each sip, make another toast
We'll toast old Ireland, Dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
We'll raise our glasses once again to beloved Ireland and cheer for it.
Ireland boys hooray, oh Ireland boys hooray
Cheers to Ireland, hooray!
We'll toast old Ireland, Dear old Ireland, Ireland boys hooray.
We'll raise our glasses once more to dear Ireland and cheer for it.
Contributed by Elliot V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.