Peter Paul and Mary, The Rising of the Moon

Peter Paul and Mary, The Rising of the Moon

Lyrics:

Ah then tell me Sean O'Farrell
Tell me why you hurry, so.
Hush my boy now hush and listen
And his eyes were all aglow.
I bear orders from the captain
Get ye ready quick and soon
For the pikes must be together
At the rising of the moon.
Ah then tell me Sean O'Farrell
Where the gatherin' is to be
In the old spot by the river
Right well known by you and me.
One word more, a signal token
Whistle of the marchin' tune
With your pike upon your shoulder
At the rising of the moon.
There beside the singing river
That dark mass of men were seen
Far above their shining weapons
On their own immortal ring.
Death to every fallen traitor
Forward strike the marchin' tune
And hurrah my boys, for freedom!
Tis the rising of the moon.
How well they fought for poor old Ireland
And full bitter, was their fate
Oh what glorious pride and sorrow
Fills the name of ninety-eight.
Yet thank God while hearts are beating
Each man bears a burning wound
We will follow in their footsteps
At the rising of the moon.

Category:

Music

Tags:

• Peter Paul and Mary
• The Rising of the Moon
• folk music
• music

[nhgranite1]

I've said it elsewhere;you've done a public service posting these old b&w films and the lyrics that go with the songs. their vocals were without ego and these songs are so unique and full of history, the blending of harmonies just incredible, we owe you many thanks for this wonderful dip into the past and recognition of this talent.

[cschoon1213]

@ nhgranite1,

It has been my joy and pleasure to put up these old videos and I am happy as I have said many times that people have enjoyed them. PP&Mary's music reaches into the soul and lifts you up as few musical groups can. There is a beauty of soul in their music that is unparalleled. When you listen to them with your heart, you are brought into another realm; a realm of love and goodness.

[gr82bamom]

Til now, I'd never heard Peter, Paul & Mary's version. I must say I'm blown away by it!! Such passion and anguish they capture ... Thank you for posting this gem!!!

[cschoon1213]

@ gr82bamom,

Sure !

Yes, Peter Paul and Mary have / had a passion in their music unlike most!

[AliceMarr]

What a beautiful and classy lady.  You can feel her passion.

[cschoon1213]

Absolutely.

She was one of a kind.

[shadyalan1]

Shine on..shine on Mary up in the sky.......

[mrfreeburn]

Paul Stookey is a genius,

[nordmann93]

i think the clancy brothers is betther at this song to be honest, buut this one is awsom as well :D

[proudgranandgramp]

A huge 'THANK YOU' for posting these. Their passion, especially Mary's, has brought tears to my eyes! Surely music sews the seeds of heaven in our lives. May Mary rest in peace. She has shared her soul with us and all we have to do is accept the gift.

[wraeki]

true mastery

[critchley3819]

the best harmony ever, talent like this will be a long time returning , I miss my youth, but so thankful to have grown up in this era ,I truely believe it will be a long long time before life will will be the same.

[PhalainaBelgium]

What a great live performance !! Phalaïna

[KRISSPCRITTER]

I love you Mary. And miss you~ Hey Peter and Paul, love you two as well!

#1 fan....