Blow Ye Winds The Wolfe Tones

"Blow Ye Winds" by The Wolfe Tones, released in 1969, is a folk song that reflects themes of Irish nationalism, struggle, and resilience. The lyrics evoke a sense of longing for freedom and unity. Musically, it features traditional Irish instruments and strong vocal harmonies. The song has become an anthem in Irish cultural and political movements. #Folk

[Chorus]
Sing, blow ye winds, hi-ho, whalin' I will go
I'll stay no more 'round Ireland's shores so let the music play
I'll be off in the mornin's rain to cross the ragin' main
I'm on the move to my true love, ten thousand miles away

Oh, my love, she is beautiful and my love she is young
Her hair is blue as a violet's hue and silvery is her tongue
Silvery is her tongue, me boys and while I sing this lie
She's doin' a brand in a far off land ten thousand miles away

[Chorus]
Sing, blow ye winds, hi-ho, whalin' I will go
I'll stay no more 'round Ireland's shores so let the music play
I'll be off in the mornin's rain to cross the ragin' main
I'm on the move to my true love, ten thousand miles away

Sad and bitter was the day I parted with me Peg
She'd a government brand upon each hand and another one 'round her leg
Another one down her leg, me boys, as the good ship sailed away
"Adieu," says she, "remember me ten thousand miles away"

[Chorus]
Sing, blow ye winds, hi-ho, whalin' I will go
I'll stay no more 'round Ireland's shores so let the music play
I'll be off in the mornin's rain to cross the ragin' main
I'm on the move to my true love, ten thousand miles away

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