Boolavogue (Irish rebel song w/ lyrics)

[@tunafish2006]

Oh wow. My son found this for me when I mentioned that my father used to sign a song about Father Murphy from the County Wexford. I had never heard the full version. Thank you so much.

[@JosephAlanMeador]

@tunafish2006 thank you so much for this comment, that really made my day! I HIGHLY recommend checking out Brian Roebuck's version of Boolavogue, I think it's my personal favorite.

[@72mossy]

Hi, I'm from Tipperary Ireland and love that song. My dad is 84 and can sing the whole song. My grandfather took up the fight against the British in Irish War of Independence from 1919-21. Father Murphys time was the 1798 rebellion mostly in Wexford. You should go to Wexford some time, some great history and museums about the rebellion and JFKs homestead is there. I love the background you where u sang the song. Would absolutely love to go to Colarado, looks like a beautiful state and ride horseback. Thanks for the redition of Boolavogue. Have a look at Banna Strand by the Wolfetones, brilliant song too.

[@JosephAlanMeador]

Wow, thanks so much for this message. Your grandpa sounds like he was a brave man, I bet your proud! I definitely wanna visit Wexford, Enniscorthy, and other sites from the 1798 uprisings. I haven't been to Ireland yet but it's big in my heart and actually in my blood as well. Colorado has a lot to offer, and yes for sure plenty of opportunities for horseback riding. I recommend Western Colorado, on the other side of the continental Divide from the state capital. The Grand Mesa, Black Canyon of the Gunnison, the West Elks mountain range and so much more to see. Thanks again for this comment!

[@BoxcutterBushcraft]

Well done! That's one of my favorite Rebel songs. Now, give me a rendition of A Sniper's Promise!

[@JosephAlanMeador]

Ahh yeah, thanks! Love me some Irish rebel songs. I will check out a snipers promise!

[@beulahgarnerDandilion]

I just adore ya my friend!!

[@JosephAlanMeador]

I love you too Beulah! Have a wonderful and blessed day 🤗

[@beulahgarnerDandilion]

@@JosephAlanMeador I did!! Was my 75 Birthday 🎂!!

[@JosephAlanMeador]

@@beulahgarnerDandilion Aw! Happy birthday my friend!! God bless you 🥰

[@breigedougan6612]

Brilliant song one of my favourite rebel songs my daddy God rest him rip sang this song many atime he was a great singer 🙏

[@JosephAlanMeador]

That's a great memory of your Dad, thanks for sharing it! This song is always a pleasure to sing, and the final verse often gives me chills 💚💚

[@odettehokemeir4425]

Very nice

[@JosephAlanMeador]

Thank you very much Odette! I'm glad you liked it

[@barbarapalmer8224]

Fantasic..Joseph .you put your heart and soul into this beautiful song.

[@JosephAlanMeador]

Thank you Barbara! I tried my best 🤗

[@CatherineBurns-g9d]

Best ever.

[@JosephAlanMeador]

@@CatherineBurns-g9d I'm seriously humbled! Thank you. I do have a couple favorite versions of this one, 1. Brian Roebuck and 2. Véronique DUHEM (instrumental version)

[@jamesnelson6980]

Excellent rendition of an inspiring Irish rebel song! Thank you! Up the rebels!

[@JosephAlanMeador]

Thank you James. Erin Go Bragh!!! 💚💚

[@barbarapalmer8224]

​@@JosephAlanMeadorjust fantasic my grandparents from cork

[@barbarapalmer8224]

​@@JosephAlanMeadorplease sing kevin barry and boys of kilmichael

[@JosephAlanMeador]

Father Murphy and the brave boys a' Wexford!! We salute you.

[@georgebrowne5935]

Loch Garman Abú. Éire 🇮🇪

[@JosephAlanMeador]

God bless Ireland!! Thanks for listening 💚

[@Renfail]

Rock on, brother :)

[@JosephAlanMeador]

Thanks for listening Renfail, appreciate you man

[@Kelly_Mae_C]

Irish roots, South Carolina soil. My mom's ancestors are from County Wexford.

[@JosephAlanMeador]

I love that, the roots run deep. Thank you Kelly Mae! 💚💚

[@barbarapalmer8224]

How about The boys of kilmichael..and kevin Barry.

[@72mossy]

The ambush of Kilmicheal, took out a good few black and tans after what they did in Croke park in 1920.

[@breigedougan6612]

Brilliant song 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪✊

[@JosephAlanMeador]

One of my favorites! The final verse often gives me chills. “For the cause that called you may call tomorrow…” Thanks for listening! 🇮🇪

[@Hanamy7777]

A gay American accent isn't the best for this wonderful song. I doubt if Fr. Murphy would approve.

[@JosephAlanMeador]

😂😂😂

[@JosephAlanMeador]

Well, coming from a straight Irish-American who LOVES this song, I'm gonna keep singing it despite what you say! Thanks for the comment.