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Battle on Ventry Beach
03:32
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On the shores of Ventry Beach, a fierce battle did unfold
The Fianna, led by Finn MacCool, standing tall and bold
Against Bolcan the King of France,
They fought with all their might
For seven long days, their swords clashed in the sunlight
Dord Fian, the Fianna war cry
Echoed through the air,
Inciting fear
bringing victory near
Steel against steel, they fought with might
With swords and shields,
Oisin's bravery, shone so bright
He struck with fury, his sword ablaze
Oisin faced the mighty King Bolcan
Their swords clashing,
exchanging blows smashing
But Oisin's strength and courage,
proved to be too much
As he vanquished the French King
Finn, not one to be outdone, took on the fearsome Ógarmach
A Greek amazon warrior, who was known for her brutality
With a quick swing of his sword, Finn defeated his foe
And then turned to face Dáire Donn
Dáire Donn, fell to his blade
The invaders could not sustain
admitted defeat and took flight
Finn, Oisin and their men were victorious tonight
And so this story, of Ventry's Beach
A tale of bravery, that we will teach
How Finn MacCool and his mighty clan
Defeated King Bolcan
And saved Ireland
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2. |
The Fianna
04:47
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Hey yo, Hey yo, Listen
My Name is Conan Mac Morna
Some call me Conan the Bald
Don’t piss me off
Gotta Warn Ya
I might just strike
And, Put your head on a Pike
So fast ya be mauled
Educated, strong, romantic, like an action
Hope the transaction got some reaction.
My strength drops deep as does my purity
When I was young waz kicked out without no maturity.
I never thought I'd see that surety.
Ain't a soul alive that could take my security.
A kind warrior is quite the quarrier.
Beyond the walls of brothers, life is defined.
I think of love, country, loyalty, and brotherhood
when I'm in an Ireland state of mind.
We’re Pure of Heart
Strong as a tree
Our actions match our words
An Ireland State of Mind
Words that have actions, speak louder than gold,
Through tales and melodies, our stories unfold,
From ancient traditions, to modern-day dreams,
In the heart of Ireland, a symphony beams.
Through the whispers of poets, in verses sublime,
We capture the essence of life beyond time,
In every word spoken, a piece of our soul,
Weaving narratives, our emotions unfold.
With each heartfelt stanza, we bridge the divide,
Painting pictures that words alone can't describe,
With courage and passion, we stand tall and strong,
Our voices echoing, like a Celtic chant song.
(Chorus)
Love of Ireland, a flame that burns bright,
Together in harmony, we'll conquer the night,
Through valleys and mountains, our spirits unite,
In this land of heroes, we find our true light.
(Counterpoint voice)
We are Fianna Proud
Fiercely Loyal True
A Brotherhood Bound
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3. |
Celtic Tales
02:40
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Come listen to
Tales told of bravery,
love
and loss of
Country and family
And a magical land
A fantasy unseen
Long rumored
To be
Across the silver sea
Never before confirmed
Finn MacCool
A Hunter Warrior
Clever, Smart and Strong
With his band
Of Loyal Warriors
The Fianna
Legend
Celebrated in Song
Oisin
Finn’s Son
A poet of great renown
His strength
and fierce fighting
Skill is legend
And now our tale begins
With the Fianna, Oisin
And Finn out hunting
In the Glenn
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4. |
Lore
01:54
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Dawn in Countae Chiarrai
04:40
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As a Myst shrouds the highlands
Dew like crystals lay on the green
I prepare to leave my beloved home behind
With Niamh I ride to lands unforeseen
The Fianna Out hunting stag
In Contae Chiarraí Ravine
From the myst came forth
A stallion bright as snow
With Rider whose radiant beauty
Enraptured all spellbound
Tir Na NoG
A new adventure awaits
Who us this vision
From across the Silver Sea
Tir Na NoG
A land of Mystery
That draws me away
AWAY
She Came from Tir na nOg
The Daughter of the King
Oisin - she proclaimed
I’ve Come for thee
To bring you
To a land far across the sea
A land
Where sights of beauty
Few have ever seen
Amazing Wonders
No advance of age
We’ve heard of a man
A Valient Warrier so Brave
Whose Deeds and Talents
Led to fame
If you seek adventure
And a Noble quest
Come with me
To Tír na nÓg
At the King’s Request
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6. |
Fionn's Lament
01:37
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Oh son
You’ve been touched
By her radiance and beauty
Smitten by Love
Your hears aflame
You Plan to leave
Your home, me and
Your brothers
Never again will
The Fianna’s hunts
Be the same
Never again will
The Fianna’s hunts
Be the same
Oh
Promise me
Olson my son
To return to Ireland
Again Soon
Without you
Your home and family
Waits in Pain
Waits in Pain
Waits in Pain
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7. |
Oisin's Promise
03:00
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Father
It pains me
That I must leave
You
Leaving
My home, the Fianna
And my family
Father
Promise
My word given
A Promise
To return home
To Ireland
some day
Soon
Father, oh father
I must seek venture
All on my own
With Niamh I must leave
As summoned by the king
I have strong feelings for her
That I can’t explain
Nor look away
from her Bonny Face
I need to see what
Adventures await
Me
Oo, Oo, Oo
Father
Promise
My word given
A Promise
To return home
To Ireland
some day
some day
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8. |
Welcome to Tir Na Nog
02:53
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Come on
Hey now
Welcome to the Celebration
Hey Now
Welcome to our great land
Hey Now
Welcome to the Celebration
Come and Join the Dance
Oisin my love
You followed me
Across the Silver Sea
A journey long and dangerous
So, Welcome to
Tir Na Nog
We proudly welcome you
Tir Na Nog
Hey, hey, Hey
Tir Na Nog
Honored to be meeting you
Tir Na Nog
Welcome my love
To your new home
I hope you find
The Land your own
Welcome to Tir Na NoG
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9. |
Everything
02:57
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Can’t catch my breath
Can’t look away
Can’t clear my mind
Can’t concentrate
All I think is you
You, the air around you
Seems to glow
Everything you do
For Everyone
Is Light and Love
For You
The deepness of your eyes
The kindness of your heart
The brightness of your soul
Is Everything
Everything
For Everything is You
You
You
Oh
My Brave Love
You gave up everything
To be
With me
Your Strength
And Loyalty
To friends
And Country
Its why we summoned you
Before the king
I’ve fallen for you
For Everything is You
The deepness of your eyes
The kindness of your heart
The brightness of your soul
Is Everything
Everything
For Everything is You
You
You
Can’t catch my breath
Can’t look away
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10. |
Marry My Daughter
04:31
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Tir na Nog
Is a land where no one grows old,
A tale of love and destiny unfolds,
There's a king seeking an heir to his golden crown,
And a daughter who deserves a love renowned.
Oisin, a warrior poet,
Called to Tir Na Nog,
The king asked him to stay,
Because his reign was way too long.
Oisin guided by shining love -
Niamh was her name,
Stands before king and court this day
Marry my daughter,
become our chosen one,
Together we'll write our story,
under the setting sun,
I'll pass on my kingdom,
retire as the king,
In a land of eternal bliss,
where love will forever sing.
He's a man of wisdom and grace,
With a heart that's pure,
a loving embrace,
She's a princess,
full of dreams and hopes,
Searching for a partner
Together to rule this land
Oisin and Niamh, the Golden King and Queen
(Oisin) So Honored to Rule beside Niamh
Their marriage to bring about a new regime
(Niamh) Oisin will be an honorable King
The King's burden will now be relieved
(Together) Together Forever as King and Queen
Their love for each other has been decreed
Verse 3
So the story goes on where they wed
Their love so true and strong
In Tir na Nog, they will forever reign
And the King's heart relieved in song
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11. |
The Goodbye
03:18
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Oisin:
After three long years,
I yearn to return,
To my beloved Ireland
Once a wanderer
Seeking
Now I rule with you
B y my side
I made a promise
A promise to return I must keep
For I long to see
My father, friends and family
I so miss my Homeland
Niamh:
My heart is heavy, my love, as you prepare to depart
Your longing for home I can see is true in your heart
This longing you feel cannot be left unsatisfied
But I’ll stay here, thinking of you until you return to me
Return to me
Go on, my beloved, bring peace to your restless heart
Oisin:
I can’t wait to be home, to be in the sky, riding on horses of might
But though I must go,
I want to know
My love for you
Makes leaving so hard
But knowing I’ll return
Will pull me through darkest of nights
Niamh:
Go on, beloved, bring peace to your restless heart
May your journey take you quickly home and back to the start
But I’ll stay here, thinking of you until you return to me
I’ll never forget the love and warmth that you’ve always shown
return to me
Bridge
Niamh & Oisin:
Wherever you may be, I know we’ll never be ever apart
This is my promise that I’ll keep deep within my heart
Niamh:
Go on, beloved, bring peace to your restless heart
May your journey take you quickly home and back to the start
But I’ll stay here, thinking of you until you return to me
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12. |
The Journey Home
03:25
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Verse 1:
Niamh agreed to let Oisin
Return to Ireland
She gave him her horse
Embarr so white
Magical and swift,
Embarr would be his flight
Across the Silver Sea
But Niamh begged him please, don't let your feet touch the ground
For if you do,
You will never ever return again
to Tír Na nÓg
Never be found
Verse 2:
Oisin rode back home,
His heart filled with hope, yet also with some unknown
For when he arrived, everything had changed
The Fianna were gone, his land was strange
Chorus:
But Niamh begged him please, don't let your feet touch the ground
For if you do, you'll never return again
to Tír Na nÓg,
Never to be found
As Oisin rode closer to home, things didn't seem right
The Fianna were gone, None were alive
He couldn’t believe his eyes
Everything had changed
Ah Oh, His Land was strange
Chorus:
Niamh begged him please, don't let your feet touch the ground
For if you do, you'll never return again
to Tír Na nÓg,
Never to be found
Nothing but moss
And broken stone
When he found his home
It was a different time
He came across some men, struggling with a stone
Then Oisin heard a voice cry
'Help me to move this giant boulder free!'
Oisin reached down
To help and fell
In an instant, when his feet touch the ground
He aged 300 years in one second sound
Oisín now old, and his vision gone
He Realized the truth, it had all been undone
His father and friends, have ong gone in time
Leaving Oisín to reflect, on this bitter rhyme.
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13. |
St. Patrick
03:17
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Oisín traveled across the land,
With a heavy heart and broken hand,
Realizing the time of heroes was gone,
The stories of Finn and the Fianna now just sang songs,
He asked the people he met on his way,
But all they did was laugh and say,
Those were just silly tales, never true,
Oisín's heart broke, what could he do?
He told them his story, of Finn and his men,
But they couldn't decide, if he was mad or it was just pretend,
So, They took him to Saint Patrick, the holy man,
Who wrote down all that Oisín's tale spanned
In return, St. Patrick told him of Christ,
And the promise of eternal life,
Offering to baptize him in faith,
But Oisín asked, was Finn ever saved in the same wraith?
St. Patrick replied, that Finn was a pagan man,
And would suffer eternal damnation in God’s Hand
So Oisín stayed true, to his olden ways,
For he believed in his heart, in his final days,
But his stories lived on, through his words and deeds,
For Finn and the Fianna, will always be remembered, through the ages and creeds.
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14. |
Love is Gone
04:12
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My heart is heavy, my eyes filled with tears
As I watched my horse Embar return
Riderless and alone
I knew in my heart
Oisin was gone
Leaving me now alone
To rule Tir Na Nog on my own
My mind raced back to the day we first met
Under the moonlight, when he swept me off my feet
But I never imagined, he'd be taken away
Leaving me to face the world, incomplete
My Heart, My Heart is Heavy
I Miss Him So
<Chorus>
Oh Niamh, so strong and brave
You must rule your kingdom with grace
Though your love is gone, you must carry on
And face the challenges that lie ahead
But I won't let sadness consume my soul
For I know I have a kingdom to uphold
With strength and determination, I’ll lead the people
And keep the memory of Oisin alive and bold
For legends of great men and their deeds should be retold
Oh Niamh, strong and brave
(Niamh) Their legends should be retold
You must rule your kingdom with grace
(Niamh) Oisin, how I loved you
Though your love is gone, you must carry on
And face the challenges that lie ahead
Outro:
My horse Embar may have returned alone
But I will never be truly on my own
For I will always have the love of the people
And the spirit of Oisin by my side, forevermore.
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Bob Neft Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Multi-instrumentalist, composer, video artist and photographer.
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