“Fiddler's Green” is a concept well known to seamen of all types. While the interpretation of what Fiddler’s Green is has varied overtime, most see it as representing a paradise reserved for seasoned sailors who had devoted their life to…
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Haul Away Joe
"Haul Away Joe" is a traditional sea shanty with origins dating back to the 19th century, likely originating among sailors and maritime workers. The song's lyrics typically revolve around the toils of life at sea, with a repetitive and rhythmic…
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"Leave Her Johnny, Leave Her" is a traditional sea shanty that originated among sailors during the age of sailing ships, particularly during the 19th century. It is one of the most well-known and enduring sea shanties, often sung as a…
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"Drunken Sailor" is a sea shanty whose exact origins and authorship remain unknown, although it shares similarities with traditional Irish folk songs. The song likely emerged in the early 19th century and was used by sailors for various tasks aboard…
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