Auld Lang Syne
Boyle Susan Lyrics


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Should auld acquaintance
Be forgot
And never brought to mind
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
And auld lang syne

For auld lang syne, my dear
For auld lang syne
We'll tak' a cup o' kindness yet
For auld lang syne

And surely you'll be your pint stowp
And surely I'll be mine
And we'll drink a richt guid willie
Waught
For auld lang syne

For auld land syne, my dear
For auld lang syne




We'll tak' a cup o' kindness yet
For auld lang syne

Overall Meaning

In Boyle Susan's song Auld Lang Syne, the lyrics are an ode to a long-lasting friendship. The phrase "Auld Lang Syne" literally translates to "old long since" and is used to refer to an old friendship that has stood the test of time. The song asks, "Should auld acquaintance be forgot and never brought to mind?" and the answer is, no, they should not. The lyrics encourage the listener to raise a toast to the memories of the past, and to cherish the friendships that have been built over time.


As the song continues, the lyrics "For auld lang syne, my dear. For auld lang syne. We'll tak' a cup o' kindness yet, for auld lang syne" emphasize the importance of cherishing the bonds of friendship, even in the face of time and distance. The song encourages the listener to celebrate life, and to raise a toast to the good times that have been shared, and the memories that have been made.


Line by Line Meaning

Should auld acquaintance
Should we forget about the old relationships we used to have


Be forgot
And never remember them again


And never brought to mind
And not even recall them


Should auld acquaintance be forgot
Should we just let go of those old friendships


And auld lang syne
And those old times


For auld lang syne, my dear
For the sake of those old times, my dear


For auld lang syne
For the sake of those past times


We'll tak' a cup o' kindness yet
We'll have one more drink together


And surely you'll be your pint stowp
And certainly you'll have your own glass of beer


And surely I'll be mine
And definitely I'll have mine


And we'll drink a richt guid willie waught
And we'll enjoy a good drink


For auld lang syne
For the sake of those old times


For auld lang syne, my dear
For the sake of those old times, my dear


We'll tak' a cup o' kindness yet
We'll have one more drink together




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Written by: TRADITIONAL, TERRY RENDALL

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Comments from YouTube:

@karenyoung1131

TO ALL THOSE PEOPLE THAT WERE LAUGHING THAT NIGHT WHEN SHE WAS ON. YOUR NO LAUGHING NOW ARE YOU. SHE'S WAY WAY UP IN THE WORLD

@animaladvocate8938

She soars so far above them. Her spirit is so divine.

@PetroicaRodinogaster264

only idiots laughed and they don’t count because they are a waste of space and oxygen

@cherylmacvane8791

And she deserves to be. She sings like an angel 😇. January 2023. I wish you all peace, health and happiness. 💖

@blackraven2062

@@cherylmacvane8791 wishing you a wonderful 2023 as well may you reach everything you hope for 😊

@cherylmacvane8791

@@blackraven2062 Thank you for those nice wishes, and the same to you, Black Raven.

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@BlossomFlowerGirl

Susan Boyle has a beautiful voice, very calm this song. Such a pleasure to listen. Thank you Susan.

@ladyandaharp

How fitting, a beautiful Scottish voice singing the Scottish poem...!

@INFPinSA

This rendition of Auld Lang Syne is just insane. There's power in the original song, sure, but even with this simple arrangement, it's ABSOLUTELY STUNNING. Susan Susan.....You are truly a gift from the Almighty. Deo Gratias.

@antoonfeyaerts6089

Love to you Susan ! For your talent soo long unappreciated. Hope you live a nice life now.

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