Video: The Pogues - Thousands Are Sailing

I’m probably in an incredibly small minority when I say that St. Patrick’s Day is my LEAST favorite culturally inspired holiday. Much like Cinco De Mayo, its become incredibly far removed from its origins and celebrates the worst stereotypes of Irish culture. I hear this song however and it gives me a sense of connection to a country I’ve never been to but am bound to by blood.

Others can have their green beer and leprechaun nonsense, I’ll remember today my way.