Story Behind The Song
The original of this song can be heard in "The Departed," in an episode of "The Simpsons" and at hockey games. We have played it at folk festivals and Celtic get-togethers. We hope we have done the Murphys proud with our interpretation!
Song Description
This is a cover of the Dropkick Murphys' hit "I'm Shipping Up To Boston," the original of which can be heard on Hellcat Records "The Way of the Warrior" (2005). Not offered for sale at this time as rights have not yet been secured.
| Song Length |
3:17 |
Genre |
World - Celtic, Rock - Punk |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
In High Spirits, Frantic |
Subject |
Ship, Feet, Legs |
| Similar Artists |
The Cranberries, The Clash |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
I'm a sailor peg,
And I've lost my leg,
Climbed up the topsails,
I've lost my leg!
I'm shipping up to Boston, way-ay-oh,
I'm shipping up to Boston way,
I'm shipping up to Boston, way-ay-oh,
I'm shipping out,
To find my wooden leg!
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