: In their drunken state, the "boys" decide they can't bear to leave Pat behind. They steal his corpse from the coffin and take it to a local pub to continue the festivities.
: Pat Murphy has passed away, and his friends gather to "honor" him. However, the wake quickly turns into a wild party. the_night_pat_murphy_died_great_big_sea
: It is a classic sing-along, often leading to massive crowds belting out the chorus at live shows. : In their drunken state, the "boys" decide
Watch a high-energy performance of this classic folk song to experience the spirit of a traditional wake: : In their drunken state
: The song is a "boot-stomping" favorite that builds speed as it goes.