St. Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious holiday that is celebrated annually on March 17th. The holiday honors Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, who is credited with spreading Christianity in Ireland during the 5th century.
The exact origins of St. Patrick's Day are unclear, but it is believed to have started as a religious feast day in the early 17th century. The day became an official public holiday in Ireland in 1903, and it has since become a global celebration of Irish culture and heritage.
St. Patrick's Day is associated with the color green, shamrocks, and Irish folklore. One of the most well-known legends associated with St. Patrick is the story of how he drove the snakes out of Ireland. It is also traditional to wear green on St. Patrick's Day, and many people celebrate with parades, traditional music and dance, and feasting.
Today, St. Patrick's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world, particularly in the United States, Canada, and Australia, where there are large Irish populations. It has become a day to celebrate Irish culture and heritage, as well as a day to celebrate the arrival of spring.
Here's a list of 25 favorite Irish songs that you can play on St. Patricks day:
1."Danny Boy" - This classic ballad is often associated with Irish heritage and is a popular choice for St. Patrick's Day celebrations.
2. "The Wild Rover" - This upbeat traditional Irish song is often played in pubs and is great for sing-alongs.
3. "Whiskey in the Jar" - This traditional Irish folk song tells the story of a highwayman who is betrayed by his lover and is often performed by Irish bands.
4. "Galway Girl" - This modern Irish folk song by Steve Earle is a favorite for dancing.
5. "Molly Malone" - This traditional Irish song tells the story of a fishmonger and is often performed by Irish bands.
6. "Black Velvet Band" - This traditional Irish song tells the story of a man who is falsely accused of stealing and is often played in pubs.
7. "Rocky Road to Dublin" - This fast-paced traditional Irish song tells the story of a man who travels to Dublin and is often played by Irish bands.
8. "Fields of Athenry" - This modern Irish folk ballad tells the story of a man who is sent to prison for stealing food during the Irish Potato Famine and is often played at St. Patrick's Day events.
9. "Dirty Old Town" - This modern Irish folk song by Ewan MacColl tells the story of a man who longs to escape his industrial hometown and is often played in pubs.
10. "I'm Shipping Up to Boston" by Dropkick Murphys - This high-energy Celtic punk song has become a staple of St. Patrick's Day celebrations in the United States.
10. "The Boys Are Back in Town" by Thin Lizzy - This classic rock anthem, with Irish roots, is a favorite among St. Patrick's Day revelers.
11. "Zombie" by The Cranberries - This haunting rock song was written by Irish band The Cranberries as a response to the 1993 IRA bombing in Warrington, England.
12. "Foggy Dew" by Sinead O'Connor and The Chieftains - This traditional Irish ballad was reimagined by Sinead O'Connor and The Chieftains in the 1990s and has since become a St. Patrick's Day favorite.
13. "The Irish Rover" - This traditional Irish song tells the story of a ship that sinks in a storm and is often played in pubs.
14. "The Rocky Road to Dublin" by The Dubliners - This traditional Irish song was reimagined by Irish folk band The Dubliners and has since become a favorite among Irish Americans.
15. "Seven Drunken Nights" by The Dubliners - This raucous song tells the story of a man who suspects his wife of infidelity and is a popular St. Patrick's Day drinking song.
16. "Dirty Water" by The Standells - This garage rock classic was written by a Boston band, The Standells, and has become a staple of St. Patrick's Day celebrations in Boston.
17. "If I Ever Leave This World Alive" by Flogging Molly - This upbeat Celtic punk song by Irish-American band Flogging Molly is often played at St. Patrick's Day celebrations.
18. "The Rising of the Moon" by The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem - This traditional Irish song has been covered by many artists but is perhaps best known in the United States for the version recorded by The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem in the 1960s.
19. "Irish Celebration" by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis - This rap song by American duo Macklemore and Ryan Lewis celebrates Irish heritage and is often played at St. Patrick's Day events.
20. "Green and Red of Mayo" by The Saw Doctors - This upbeat rock song by Irish band The Saw Doctors pays tribute to the Irish county of Mayo and is often played at St. Patrick's Day events.
21. "The Rocky Road to Poland" by Seamus Kennedy - This humorous song by Irish-American musician Seamus Kennedy tells the story of a group of Irish fans traveling to the Euro 2012 soccer tournament in Poland.
22. "Ordinary Day" by Great Big Sea - This upbeat folk-pop song by Canadian band Great Big Sea, with Irish roots, has become a favorite among Irish Americans.
23. "The Parting Glass" by Ed Sheeran - This acoustic ballad by English musician Ed Sheeran is a cover of a traditional Irish song and is often played at St. Patrick's Day events.
24. "If You're Irish Come into the Parlour" by Ruby Murray - This upbeat song by Northern Irish singer Ruby Murray celebrates Irish heritage and is often played at St. Patrick's Day events.
25. "The Streets of New York" by The Wolfe Tones - This contemporary take on a traditional Irish folk song by Irish band The Wolfe Tones tells the story of Irish immigrants in New York City and has become a favorite among Irish American