“Johnny Grey”

Description

A bailiff and soldiers arrive at Johnny's door, announcing, 'Johnny, the court has a warrant for you." He is to be transported, but takes up his gun and fights. Johnny is killed, but he slays bailiff and captain first. Listeners are urged to fight also

References

  1. PGalvin, pp. 37-38, "Johnny Grey" (1 text, 1 tune)
  2. BI, PGa037

About

Author: unknown
Earliest date: 1962
Found in: Ireland