Thin Lizzy - Whiskey in the Jar

"Whiskey in the Jar" is a traditional Irish folk song, famously covered by Thin Lizzy in 1972. Their version, released as a single from the Vagabonds of the Western World album, became a classic, blending hard rock with Irish folk elements. Thin Lizzy's take features Phil Lynott’s distinctive vocals, Eric Bell’s iconic guitar riffs, and a lively arrangement that made it a chart hit, reaching #6 in the UK. The song tells the tale of a highwayman betrayed by his lover after robbing a military man, with themes of adventure, betrayal, and Irish roguishness.
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