The Luck Of The Irish
John Lennon · Lennon - Signature Box [2010]
You'd be sorry and wish you were dead
You should have the luck of the Irish
And you'd wish you was English instead!
A thousand years of torture and hunger
Drove the people away from their land
A land full of beauty and wonder
Was raped by the British brigands
God damn! God damn!
If you could keep voices like flowers
There'd be shamrock all over the world
If you could drink dreams like Irish streams
Then the world would be high as the mountain of mourne
In the 'Pool they told us the story
How the English divided the land
Of the pain, the death and the glory
And the poets of auld Eireland
If we could make chains with the morning dew
The world would be like Galway Bay
Let's walk over rainbows like leprechauns
The world would be one big Blarney stone
Why the hell are the English there anyway?
As they kill with God on their side
Blame it all on the kids the IRA
As the bastards commit genocide
Aye, aye.. genocide
If you had the luck of the Irish
You'd be sorry and wish you was dead
You should have the luck of the Irish
And you'd wish you was English instead
Yes you'd wish you was English instead
The Luck Of The Irish
John Lennon's "The Luck Of The Irish" stands as a poignant addition to his discography, reflecting his enduring engagement with Irish culture and social themes. Recorded for the "Lennon - Signature Box" compilation, this track exemplifies Lennon's ability to blend folk influences with his signature melodic sensibility. The song captures a specific cultural moment, exploring themes of fate and identity through a lens that remains distinctively his own. As part of his broader body of work, the recording showcases his continued interest in storytelling and his connection to global heritage, offering listeners a glimpse into the personal and artistic dimensions of his later career. It serves as a testament to his versatility beyond rock, embracing traditional songwriting structures while maintaining his unique voice.