Molly Brannigan is the story of a man who loses not only his heart, but his britches as well, in unrequited love. The third verse is usually left out by singers, yet to me is both the funniest and the most poignant. There's a version by the inimitable John McCormack here. MOLLY BRANNIGAN 1. … Continue reading Molly Brannigan
John McCormack
The Foggy Dew (Traditional)
This is the traditional version of The Foggy Dew, which pre-dates the revolutionary song by at least a century. It was not uncommon for Irish folk-singers and song-writers to borrow older tunes for new songs. THE FOGGY DEW As down the hill I went one morn, A lovely maid I spied. Her hair was bright … Continue reading The Foggy Dew (Traditional)
Molly Bawn
This is a traditional Irish song which I first learned as a child, listening to my grandmother's recordings of the great Irish tenor, John McCormack. In the Donovan Family Saga, John Patrick Donovan sings it to his wife, Molly. Molly Bawn Oh, Molly bawn, why leave me pining All lonesome waiting here for you? While … Continue reading Molly Bawn
