PEGGY LEE
- The Wearing Of The Green Lyrics / with translationsOh, Paddy dear, and did you hear
The news that's going round?
The shamrock is forbid by law
To grow on Irish ground!
St. Patrick's Day no more we'll keep,
His color can't be seen,
For there's a bloomin' law agin'
The wearing of the green.
I met with Napper Tandy
And he took me by the hand,
And he said, "How's poor old Ireland
And how does she stand?"
"She's the most distressful country
That ever yet was seen;
They're hanging men and women there
For wearing of the green."
Then since the color we must wear
Is England's cruel red,
Sure Ireland's songs will ne'er forget
The blood that they have shed.
You may take the shamrock from your hat now,
Cast it on the sod,
But 'twill take root and flourish still,
Tho' under foot it's trod.
When the law can stop the blades of green
From growing as they grow,
And when the leaves in summertime
Their verdue dare not show,
Then I will change the color that I
Wear in my canteen;
But 'till that day, please God, I'll stick
To wearing of the green
The news that's going round?
The shamrock is forbid by law
To grow on Irish ground!
St. Patrick's Day no more we'll keep,
His color can't be seen,
For there's a bloomin' law agin'
The wearing of the green.
I met with Napper Tandy
And he took me by the hand,
And he said, "How's poor old Ireland
And how does she stand?"
"She's the most distressful country
That ever yet was seen;
They're hanging men and women there
For wearing of the green."
Then since the color we must wear
Sure Ireland's songs will ne'er forget
The blood that they have shed.
You may take the shamrock from your hat now,
Cast it on the sod,
But 'twill take root and flourish still,
Tho' under foot it's trod.
When the law can stop the blades of green
From growing as they grow,
And when the leaves in summertime
Their verdue dare not show,
Then I will change the color that I
Wear in my canteen;
But 'till that day, please God, I'll stick
To wearing of the green
Facts about The Wearing Of The Green
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The Wearing Of The Green is written by Traditional, David Grusin.
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It is first released on July 16, 2013 as part of Peggy Lee's album "Peggy Lee - The Collection, Vol. Two" which includes 50 tracks in total. This song is the 32nd track on this album.
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When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, the song 'The Wearing of the Green' by Peggy Lee depicts an emotional battle between Irish identity and British imperialism through the use of green clothing as a national emblem and defiant marker. The wearing of the green lyrics mostly emphasizes social commentary, freedom, reflection, anger and angst. The song expresses two main themes which show how people experience oppression and practice resistance while feeling national pride. The lyrics contain historical and cultural references that may require parental guidance for younger children to understand the context and significance. The language is mild, but the themes of oppression and resistance might be complex for younger audiences.
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The Wearing Of The Green falls under the genre Jazz.
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The Wearing Of The Green song length is 2 minutes and 31 seconds.
Who wrote The Wearing Of The Green lyrics?
The Wearing Of The Green is written by Traditional, David Grusin.
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When was The Wearing Of The Green released?
It is first released on July 16, 2013 as part of Peggy Lee's album "Peggy Lee - The Collection, Vol. Two" which includes 50 tracks in total. This song is the 32nd track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind The Wearing Of The Green lyrics?
When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, the song 'The Wearing of the Green' by Peggy Lee depicts an emotional battle between Irish identity and British imperialism through the use of green clothing as a national emblem and defiant marker. The wearing of the green lyrics mostly emphasizes social commentary, freedom, reflection, anger and angst. The song expresses two main themes which show how people experience oppression and practice resistance while feeling national pride. The lyrics contain historical and cultural references that may require parental guidance for younger children to understand the context and significance. The language is mild, but the themes of oppression and resistance might be complex for younger audiences.
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Which genre is The Wearing Of The Green?
The Wearing Of The Green falls under the genre Jazz.
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How long is the song The Wearing Of The Green?
The Wearing Of The Green song length is 2 minutes and 31 seconds.
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these lyrics are submitted by mxm4Songwriter(s): Traditional, David Grusin
Record Label(s): 2013 Marmot Music
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