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Thomas Moore

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Miscellaneous

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Miscellaneous

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1:37

"Let Erin Remember" is a song composed by Thomas Moore, an Irish poet and songwriter, in the early 19th century. The song was first published in 1818 as part of Moore's collection of Irish Melodies, a series of songs that he composed to preserve and celebrate Irish culture and history. The premiere of "Let Erin Remember" is not recorded, but it quickly became one of Moore's most popular songs and was widely performed throughout Ireland and beyond. The song's lyrics are a tribute to Ireland and its people, urging them to remember their history and heritage and to remain steadfast in the face of adversity. The song is composed of three verses, each with a chorus. The first verse begins with the lines "Let Erin remember the days of old, / Ere her faithless sons betrayed her; / When Malachi wore the collar of gold, / Which he won from her proud invader." The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Erin, oh Erin, / Shall we see thee thus again, / That thou so oft hast triumphed, / And withstood the might of the main?" The second verse of the song continues the theme of remembering Ireland's past, with lines such as "When thy sons, with the heart of a lion, / Went forth to the battle-field gory, / And conquered the legions of Rome, / And waved their proud banners in glory." The chorus of the second verse is the same as the first. The third and final verse of the song is a call to action, urging the people of Ireland to rise up and defend their country and their heritage. The verse begins with the lines "Oh, Erin! the hope, the joy of my heart, / Whose sons in the field never yielded, / Till the last bolt in death should depart, / And the battle-field's smoke be cleared." The chorus of the third verse is slightly different from the first two, with the lines "Erin, oh Erin, though long in thy fetters, / Thy spirit has never been broken; / Rise, rise, with the strength of thy heroes in old, / And burst thy rude bonds asunder!" "Let Erin Remember" is a powerful and emotional song that captures the spirit of Ireland and its people. Its lyrics are filled with references to Irish history and mythology, and its message of resilience and determination has resonated with generations of Irish people. The song remains a beloved part of Irish culture and is often performed at events and celebrations throughout the country.

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