Johnny Irish

from Johnny Irish by Tommy Fakem

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You'll see him in the pub with his cap pulled low
Knocking back the pints As the whiskey flows
Born in the states but his heart far away
The boys all call him Johnny Irish USA

Dropkick, Chieftains, Mahones, and Pogues
Rocking down the street with his band o rogues
Galway roots with a Boston sway
Whoa oh whoa Johnny Irish USA

Full Irish breakfast kicks the day off right
Sessions at the pub every single night
Tin whistle solos with acoustic guitar
Brian Boru's harp tattooed on his arm

Dropkick, Chieftains, Mahones, and Pogues
Rocking down the street with his band o rogues
Galway roots with a Boston sway
Whoa oh whoa Johnny Irish USA

He'll tell you he was born on St. Patrick's day
When he wants a Guinness it’s a pint of plain
Always hanging round where the craic is high
Singing protest songs and hymns until sun rise

Amazing grace, how sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me
I once was lost, but now am found
Was blind, but now I see

Dropkick, Chieftains, Mahones, and Pogues
Rocking down the street with his band o rogues
Galway roots with a Boston sway
Whoa oh whoa Johnny Irish USA

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from Johnny Irish, released March 11, 2022

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Tommy Fakem Stoddard, New Hampshire

Tommy Fakem is an Irish Balladeer who delves into the Celtic diaspora with his music. Whether writing new material or arranging traditional songs Tommy is always at his best with his guitar and a pint at the pub.

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