Song Notes:
This song was written by Liam‘s Daughter-in-law, Louise McClosky, as a thank you from his grandchildren.
Song Lyrics:
A Child’s Thankyou
Vs 1
I’d like to thank you Grand Da
For the life you’ve given me
You left your troubled home land
So my spirit could fly free
Vs 2
Your family’s hearts are calling
Heard the voices left behind
But I’m glad you went the distance
Found a home of a different kind.
Instrumental – “Grand Da’s tune”
Vs 3
Now the songs have eased your mourning
And as each new babe is born
The ties from home are breaking
Less and less your heart is torn
Vs 4
I’ll never take it for granted
The sacrifice you made that day
I hope the war inside is o’er
When you sing to me ‘Sweet Mingulay’
Instrumental – “Grand Da’s tune”
Vs 5
I will always have your memories
And I wish someday I’ll see
Take me back to your green Ireland
Walk it hand in hand with me
(** Repeat verse 1 and then finish with Shamrock shores and fade)