Story Behind The Song
As a child, I heard this song in the sound track of a John Wayne movie ("Rio Grande") sung by the regimental singers (Sons of the Pioneers), and it has haunted me ever since then.
Song Description
The song is a tribute to those Irish men who were executed or killed during Ireland's Fenian uprising against England.
| Song Length |
5:32 |
Genre |
World - Celtic, Folk - Rural |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Poignant, Heartbreaking |
Subject |
Pride, Sorrow |
| Similar Artists |
Traditional Irish |
Language |
English |