Story Behind The Song

Inspired by visit to Ireland and the place where my mother's great, great grandfather was forced to leave family and friends because of potato famine. His name was Martin Mahon.

Song Description

ballad about a man forced to leave Ireland and family

Lyrics

On the day that I left Ireland
The skies above were so blue
But the seas were cold and my heart grew old
On the day that I left Ireland

I packed my dreams away
And left my tears behind
How I worked and prayed for those who stayed
They were always on my mind

I travelled far and wide
And everywhere I'd roam
I'd find me place through God's good grace
But it never felt quite like home

On the day that I left Ireland
The skies above were so blue
But the seas were cold and my heart grew cold
On the day that I left Ireland

The days have come and gone
And the end seems close at hand
May I rest my soul in the green and gold
Of my heavenly Ireland

But if I should not return
My sons and daughters may
So I'll just wait by heaven's gate
Till they're calling mr home to stay

On the day that I left Ireland
I vowed that I'd stay true
So my heart will be young on the day I've begun
My return to old Ireland
So my heart will be young on the day I've begun
My return to old Ireland