Danny Boy

Jerry Lee Lewis · Other Songs - Jerry Lee Lewis

Oh, Danny boy, the pipes, the pipes are calling

From glen to glen, and down the mountain side.

The summer's gone, and all the roses falling,

It's you, it's you must go and I must bide.



But come ye back when summer's in the meadow,

Or when the valley's hushed and white with snow,

It's I'll be here in sunshine or in shadow,

Oh, Danny boy, oh Danny boy, I love you so!



But when ye come, and all the flowers are dying,

If I am dead, as dead I well may be,

Ye'll come and find the place where I am lying,

And kneel and say an Avï there for me.

And I shall hear, though soft you tread above me,

And all my grave will warmer, sweeter be,

For you will bend and tell me that you love me,

And I shall sleep in peace until you come to me!

Danny Boy - Jerry Lee Lewis

Jerry Lee Lewis delivers a powerful reinterpretation of the traditional Irish folk song 'Danny Boy' on this recording. While the original melody is deeply rooted in Celtic heritage, Lewis infuses it with his signature rock and roll energy and driving piano work. This track stands as a testament to his ability to blend classic songwriting with his electrifying stage persona, transforming a sentimental ballad into a high-energy performance that showcases his unique musical voice. The recording captures the raw intensity characteristic of his discography, proving his versatility beyond the rock and roll canon.