Mother Machree lyrics
Maureen HegartyThere's a spot in my heart which no colleen may own,
There's a depth in my soul never sounded or known;
There's a place in my mem'ry, my life, that you fill,
No other can take it, no one ever will.
Sure, I love the dear silver that shines in your hair,
And the brow that's all furrowed, and wrinkled with care.
I kiss the dear fingers, so toil-worn for me,
Oh, God bless you and keep you, Mother Machree.
Ev'ry sorrow or care in the dear days gone by,
Was made bright by the light of the smile in your eye,
Like a candle that's set in a window at night,
Your fond love has cheered me, and guided me right.
Sure, I love the dear silver that shines in your hair,
And the brow that's all furrowed, and wrinkled with care.
I kiss the dear fingers, so toil-worn for me,
Oh, God bless you and keep you, Mother Machree.
Song Details
Music: Chauncey Olcott and Ernest R. Ball
Lyrics: Rida Johnson Young
Date: 1910
Movie: There was also a movie produced in 1928 titled Mother Machree. It was a silent film about a poor Irish immigrant in America. It was produced by John Ford, starring Belle Bennett, and Neil Hamilton.
Brief: The song is a tribute to a beloved mother figure, portraying her as a source of comfort, care, and unwavering support. The lyrics express a deep affection for "Mother Machree" and paint a sentimental picture of a mother's love and the memories associated with her.
Glossary:
colleen - an Irish girl.
Genre: Irish-American, sentimental ballad
Covers: Patrick Michael Flynn, John McDermott, The Shamrock Singers, Father Sydney MacEwan, Michael Jovovich, Ann McCann, Melody Greenwood, Michael Daly, The Davey Brothers...
Featured Artist: Maureen Hegarty
Album: Ireland, Mother Ireland
Released: 1988
Country: Ireland
Format: Casette
