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Artist/Band: Dropkick Murphys
Lyrics for Song: Barroom Hero
Lyrics for Album: Live On St. Patrick's Day [2010]



Face down in the gutter,

won't admit defeat though his clothes are soiled and black,

he's a big strong man with a child's mind,

don't you take his booze away... (hey!)



He's been at it for years drinkin balls and beers,

he's a hero to most he meets (OI OI OI!)

but inside he cries black swolen eyes,

this man he sheds no tears.

Now his wife and kids sing a different tune

as they worry bout their daddy dyin (OI OI OI!)

but this arrogant fool breaks every rule

it'll be nothin but pride that kills him



[chorus]

Can he listen no he wont,

that's all she wrote,

he'll be dead before the daylight shines,

cause' the thoughts and prayers

of a million strong might keep this fool from dying. (x2)

[chorus]



He's a legend in the bar with every scar,

fights a thousand bigger men (OI OI OI)

now he fights and loses

got all the bruises

will someone please step in?

Cause this Irish fools got a great big heart,

he keeps climbing back into the ring (OI OI OI),

in the low down circles where he holds his court,

this man he once was king...



[chorus]



This one still goes out to the Boston Punks and Skins,

a rowdy bunch they are....

varies from CDs



He's a legend in the bar with every scar,

fights a thousand bigger men (OI OI OI)

now he fights and loses

got all the bruises

will someone please step in?

Cause this Irish fools got a great big heart,

he keeps climbing back into the ring (OI OI OI),

in the low down circles where he holds his court,

this man he once was king...



[chorus]


Barroom Hero

Dropkick Murphys' "Barroom Hero" is a gritty anthem from their 2010 live recording, "Live On St. Patrick's Day." The track exemplifies the band's signature blend of punk energy and traditional Irish folk instrumentation, featuring driving steel drums and rhythmic fiddle work. As a staple of their live performances, the song captures the raw, working-class spirit often found in their repertoire, reflecting themes of resilience and community. Its inclusion on this specific recording highlights the group's commitment to authentic, high-energy stage presentations that have become a defining characteristic of their discography.


Album Lyrics: Live On St. Patrick's Day [2010]


Dropkick Murphys
"Live On St. Patrick's Day [2010]"


1. Boys On The Docks
2. Road Of The Righteous
3. Barroom Hero
4. Finnegan's Wake
5. Curse Of A Fallen Soul
7. For Boston
8. The Gauntlet
9. Heroes From Our Past
10. A Few Good Men
11. The Torch
12. Forever
13. John Law
14. Fortunate Son
16. Good Rats
17. Alcohol
18. Dirty Water
19. Bloody Pig Pile