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Danny Boy

by Malachy McCourt · December 2001

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A history of the significance of the popular song "Danny Boy" discusses the origins of the melody, also known as "Londonderry Air," the words as written by Frederick Edward Weatherly, and interpretations of the song since the early twentieth century.

Londonderry airIrish BalladsHistory and criticismLegendsSongs, irishBallads, irishFolk musicEnglish Songs