The Parting Glass

I ve had and been to many a leaving pints. But this one is different. And I like it a lot. When my time comes I would very much like to be played on my final farewell.

Some Historical Background to The Parting Glass
Some Musical Background to The Parting Glass

"The Parting Glass"

Of all the money that here I had

I've spent thirteen good company

And all the harm that here I've done

Alas it was to none but me

And all I've done for want of with

To memory now I can't recall

So fill to me the parting glass

Good night and joy be with you all

Of all the comrades that here I had

They are sorry for my going away

And all the sweethearts that e'er I had

They would wish me one more day to stay

But since it falls unto my lot

That I should rise and you should not

I'll gently rise and I'll softly call

Good night and joy be with you all

A man may drink and not be drunk

A man may fight and not be slain

A man may court a pretty girl

And perhaps be welcomed back again

But since it has so ought to be

By a time to rise and a time to fall

Come fill to me the parting glass

Good night and joy be with you all

Good night and joy be with you all

The Wailin' Jennys

and as tastes are different, here are some more versions that might be to your liking...

Ed Sheeran - The Parting Glass
Peter Hollens - The Parting Glass
Ronnie Drew Tribute - The Parting Glass
Liam Clancey - The Parting Glass
Ceiliuradh at the Royal Albert Hall - The Parting Glass
Loreena McKennitt - The Parting Glass