“Ould Heelball You're Boozing Again”

Description

The singer, McShaw, is "a decent shoemaker ... but I've lately took on to the booze," as his friends comment at every chance. He was once well-to-do but now his wagon wheel is broken, his horses sold, and his wife has taken his watch and chain.

References

  1. Morton-Ulster 48, "Ould Heelball You're Boozing Again" (1 text, 1 tune)
  2. Roud #2915
  3. BI, MorU048

About

Author: unknown
Earliest date: 1970 (Morton-Ulster)
Found in: Ireland