All my way Ireland

Waterboys · Other Songs - Waterboys

(Traditional)



I'm on my way to heaven

don't you want to go

I'm on my way to heaven

don't you want to go

I'm on my way to heaven

don't you want to go

Yes

I want to go



I've got the keys to the kingdom

don't you want to go

I've got the keys to the kingdom

don't you want to go

I've got the keys to the kingdom

don't you want to go

Yes

I want to go



We're going up to the Holy City

don't you want to go

We're going up to the Holy City

don't you want to go

We're going up to the Holy City

don't you want to go

Yes

I want to go



I'm on my way to heaven

don't you want to go

I'm on my way to heaven

don't you want to go

I'm on my way to heaven

don't you want to go

Yes

I want to go



The golden age is coming

don't you want to go

The golden age is coming

don't you want to go

The golden age is coming

don't you want to go

Yes

I want to go



I'm on my way to heaven

don't you want to go

I'm on my way to heaven

don't you want to go

I'm on my way to heaven

don't you want to go

Yes

I want to go



All aboard this train

all aboard this train

All aboard this train

all aboard this train

All my way Ireland

All my way Ireland stands as a testament to The Waterboys' enduring connection to their Irish roots. Frontman Mike Scott has long drawn inspiration from the landscapes and folklore of the Emerald Isle, weaving these themes into a sound that blends rock energy with traditional instrumentation. This track captures the band's signature Big Music aesthetic, characterized by soaring melodies and a sense of romantic grandeur. While the song may not appear on a major studio album, it reflects the group's consistent exploration of Celtic identity throughout their career. The recording showcases the band's ability to merge rock dynamics with folk sensibilities, creating an anthem that resonates with listeners familiar with their expansive discography. It remains a compelling song in their body of work, highlighting the emotional depth and cultural pride that define their musical legacy.