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616. Eileen Aroon (Cearbhall O Dalaigh)
Eibhlín, a riún!, which literally means “Evelyn, my secret [love]“, is generally attributed to Carrol mor O’Daly (Cearbhall O Dalaigh), a famous Irish minstrel harpist, who may have composed it in 1386. O’Daly is said to have so captivated Eilleen (Eibhlin a Ruin) Kavanagh of Polmonty Castle, County Carlow, that she eloped with him on the eve of her betrothal to someone else. This romantic story was apparently derived from the repertory of Galway harpist Cormac Common (c. 1703-1790). Handel heard it sung when he was in Ireland and is supposed to have said he would have traded all his own work to have written this tune. You can see a playlist of my Irish songs here: www.youtube.com For lyrics and chords of my songs please see my website: www.raymondcrooke.com
Video Rating: 4 / 5
You’re welcome. Glad you liked it.
beautiful! well done. thanks
Thanks for favouriting it.
nice 1ray, well sung
Thanks, Becky.
I cannot be more pleased that certain great songs are kept alive here in the 21st century!! You can be proud to know that you’re doing your part.
Thanks. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
nice to hear the whole song……superb thank you
Thank you for your detailed and supportive comment. It’s very much appreciated.
I don’t usually say things, but I’m partial to your versions of songs, since you don’t over dramatize them vocally or musically. You’ve got the sort of artistic flair I fancy in a musican.
I thought this version was particularily sweet, even boardering on wistful at times. It played like a lament and a love song at the same time without sounding syrupy.
You were in good voice & your playing was very lovely. Well done Raymond, thank you for sharing this with us.
Thanks for dropping by.
What a smashing song, Raymond. I need this!
Thank you, Sherry.
Thanks, Marco.
Thanks for your comment and stars.
Ohh beautiful song..Top job Raymond.. (5*)
Sherry
I never heard this song, which is splendid. Thank you so much for this. CIao, Marco
Very nice. Like it.
Got the stars…
Thank you. It’s a bit more romantic than being eaten by little green creatures (yesterday’s song).
So was my reply.
It’s only a joke!
Looks like I need to put the lyrics up. Thanks for your comment.
Thanks, Alan. I’ve only heard it in English – sung by Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem.
First time I’ve heard this sung in English, great job, Raymond. -; Alan
“When like the early rose I lean aroond”. Poor chap must have got loads of cuts!