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The Water is Wide

Originally a Scottish or English song from the 17th century, this song has become a integral part of the Irish folk repertoire because of its historical resonance. French folk singer Renaud arranged his own song, La ballade nord-irlandaise, on this same melody in 1991. Renaud’s arrangement was an appeal for peace in Northern Ireland.

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Spancil Hill [Spancilhill]

Spancil Hill is a traditional folk song about emigration and the plight of Irish immigrants in America who longed for their native land. Spancil Hill or Spancilhill is a locale near Ennis in East County Clare.

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