We explore the history and lyrics of ‘Danny Boy’ – a beloved Irish ballad, with an enduring power to move and uplift. Over a century has gone by since ink was put to parchment, and today ‘Danny Boy’ ...

We know that “Danny Boy” is the most popular Irish ballad of all time, but do you know the lyrics? We’re here to put you out of your misery! We’ve all been there. A St. Patrick’s Day eve ...

lead you to the doorstep of a Portishead-born lawyer with a prolific talent for writing lyrics. Frederic Edward Weatherly penned those immortal words, “Oh Danny boy, the pipes, the pipes are ...

After he heard the rhythm of “”Londonderry Air,” he set “Danny Boy’s” lyrics to that tune. The lyrics are at times altered, but an historic version is the following. The special ...