While touring in Ireland, the discovered the audience would cheer back "Who the Fuck is Alice?". As it turns out , this was a ritual at a Café in Nijmegen (the Netherlands) called "Gompie". The group decided to "cover" this version with comedian Roy Chubby Brown having the honor of yelling "Alice, Who the Fuck is Alice?" during the chorus. Thus, Smokie holds the record as the first group to have a top ten song with the word "fuck" in it.
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Whiskey in the Jar
Smokie Lyrics
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I saw Captain Farrell and his money he was countin'
I first produced my pistol and then produced my rapier
I said "Stand and deliver or the devil he may take you"
My shirigim duraham da
Wack for my daddy oh, wack for my daddy oh
There's whiskey in the jar oh
I took on all his money and it was a pretty penny
I took on all his money and I brought it home to Molly
She swore that she loved me and never would she leave me
But the devil take that woman 'cause you know she tricked me easy
My shirigim duraham da
Wack for my daddy oh, wack for my daddy oh
There's whiskey in the jar oh
Feeling drunk and weary I went to Molly's chamber
Taking my money with me but I never knew the danger
For about six or maybe seven it was captain Farrell
I jumped up and found all my pistols and I shot him with the barrels
My shirigim duraham da
Wack for my daddy oh, wack for my daddy oh
There's whiskey in the jar oh
Now some men like the fishing and some men like to travel
And some men like to hear the cannon ball a roaring
But me - I like sleeping specially in my Molly's chamber
But here I am in prison here I am with a ball and chain, yeah
My shirigim duraham da
Wack for my daddy oh, wack for my daddy oh
There's whiskey in the jar oh
I got drunk on whiskey
And I love and I love and I love my Molly.
The song "Whiskey in the Jar" tells the story of a highwayman who robs Captain Farrell on the Cork and Kerry mountains. The highwayman confronts Captain Farrell and holds him at gunpoint with his pistol and sword. He demands that Farrell surrenders his money or he will be taken by the devil. Farrell hands over his money and the highwayman brings it home to his lover, Molly. However, Molly betrays the highwayman and he is subsequently caught by the authorities.
The song is unique in that it utilizes a Celtic traditional tune and tells a narrative story that has been passed down through the centuries. The use of the shirigim duraham da chorus is a callback to the Irish language, adding to the authenticity of the folk tale. The song's lyrics referencing whiskey and the love of Molly give the audience an insight into Irish culture that is synonymous with storytelling and drinking.
Line by Line Meaning
As I was going over Cork and Kerry mountains
I was traveling over the Cork and Kerry mountains.
I saw Captain Farrell and his money he was countin'
I saw Captain Farrell counting his money.
I first produced my pistol and then produced my rapier
I drew out both my pistol and sword.
I said 'Stand and deliver or the devil he may take you'
I demanded Captain Farrell give me his money.
My shirigim duraham da
Wack for my daddy oh, wack for my daddy oh
There's whiskey in the jar oh
I found whiskey in his stash of belongings.
I took on all his money and it was a pretty penny
I took all of Captain Farrell's money and it was a large sum.
I took on all his money and I brought it home to Molly
I brought all the money to my lover, Molly.
She swore that she loved me and never would she leave me
Molly promised to love and stay with me forever.
But the devil take that woman 'cause you know she tricked me easy
However, Molly betrayed me easily and I am angry at her.
Feeling drunk and weary I went to Molly's chamber
Intoxicated and tired, I went to Molly's room.
Taking my money with me but I never knew the danger
I brought Captain Farrell's money with me, unaware of the danger.
For about six or maybe seven it was captain Farrell
Captain Farrell suddenly appeared before me.
I jumped up and found all my pistols and I shot him with the barrels
I quickly retrieved my pistols and shot Captain Farrell with all my force.
Now some men like the fishing and some men like to travel
Different men enjoy various activities like fishing and traveling.
And some men like to hear the cannon ball a roaring
Some men get excited at the sound of a cannon roaring.
But me - I like sleeping specially in my Molly's chamber
However, I prefer sleeping with Molly in her bed.
But here I am in prison here I am with a ball and chain, yeah
Unfortunately, I am now in prison, serving time with a ball and chain.
I got drunk on whiskey
I got drunk from drinking whiskey.
And I love and I love and I love my Molly.
I still love Molly despite her betrayal.
Contributed by Eli V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
I am Not Scientist
As I was going over Cork and Kerry mountains
I saw Captain Farrell and his money he was countin'
I first produced my pistol and then produced my rapier
I said "Stand and deliver or the devil he may take you"
My shirigim duraham da
Wack for my daddy oh, wack for my daddy oh
There's whiskey in the jar oh
I took on all his money and it was a pretty penny
I took on all his money and I brought it home to Molly
She swore that she loved me and never would she leave me
But the devil take that woman 'cause you know she tricked me easy
My shirigim duraham da
Wack for my daddy oh, wack for my daddy oh
There's whiskey in the jar oh
Feeling drunk and weary I went to Molly's chamber
Taking my money with me but I never knew the danger
For about six or maybe seven it was captain Farrell
I jumped up and found all my pistols and I shot him with the barrels
My shirigim duraham da
Wack for my daddy oh, wack for my daddy oh
There's whiskey in the jar oh
Now some men like the fishing and some men like to travel
And some men like to hear the cannon ball a roaring
But me - I like sleeping specially in my Molly's chamber
But here I am in prison here I am with a ball and chain, yeah
My shirigim duraham da
Wack for my daddy oh, wack for my daddy oh
There's whiskey in the jar oh
I got drunk on whiskey
And I love and I love and I love my Molly
Wojciech M
I like this version very much!
Lalrinawma Renthlei
what a music... i love how they play..
Nature is Pure
2022 still killing it
Monica Melpi
I like this version very much 🥰💯
Елена Глазкова
Смоки вы так же прекрасны Терри молодец все остальные тоже
Christian Lorenzo
best version i've ever heard:))))
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@Richard 77 ששששששששששש
Małgorzata Ziółkowska
@Richard 77 WHY You calling ,,Jesus" without necessary? With small letter?NO RESPECT? ? This is the best version, i agree
Mojy_Ariyan!!
Listen to the Metallica's version of this music 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
Pham Nga
The best version