Famine Song Playlist
A haunting tribute to Ireland’s darkest years.
Shoreline of Sorrow
This links to a page about remembering the struggles of those who survived the Famine.
Podcasts
The story of the destruction of Ireland
Stories of Ireland
Insights, History & Heritage
Explore my articles, reflections, and stories that bring Ireland’s history, music, and culture to life. From the Great Famine to the enduring spirit of the Irish people, each page connects the past with the present.
How to View Song Lyrics While Listening to a Song
You can listen to a song and read its lyrics at the same time by opening the Songs and Lyrics folders in separate browser tabs.
Step-by-Step Instructions (Windows PC)
Open the Songs folder. At the top of the webpage, click on Songs in the main menu.
Open the Lyrics folder in a new tab. Right-click on Lyrics in the main menu and select Open link in new tab.
Choose your song. Return to the Songs tab, find the song you wish to hear, and start playing it.
Find the lyrics. Click on the Lyrics tab to display the list of song lyrics.
Search for your song. Press Ctrl + F on your keyboard. This opens your browser’s search box.
Enter the song title. Type the name of the song, or just a distinctive word from its title, and press Enter.
Read and listen. Once you have located the song, click its title to open the lyrics. You can now read the words while the music plays in the other tab.
Tip: You can switch between the Songs and Lyrics tabs at any time without stopping the music Using Alt Tab or using the mouse.
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