Forty Shades of Green
Johnny Cash
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I close my eyes and picture the emerald of the sea From the fishing boats at Dingle to the shores of Dunardee I miss the river Shannon and the folks at Skibbereen The moorlands and the midlands with their forty shades of green But most of all I miss a girl in Tipperary town And most of all I miss her lips as soft as eiderdown Again I want to see and do the things we've done and seen Where the breeze is sweet as Shalimar and there's forty shades of green (Green green green forty shades of green) I wish that I could spend an hour at Dublin's churching surf I'd love to watch the farmers drain the bogs and spade the turf To see again the thatching of the straw the women glean I'd walk from Cork to Larne to see the forty shades of green But most of all I miss a girl...
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Written by: JOHNNY R. CASH
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12 facts about this song
Song Writing"Forty Shades of Green" was written by the legendary American singer-songwriter Johnny Cash, showcasing his talent as both a songwriter and performer.
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InspirationJohnny Cash was inspired to write the song "Forty Shades of Green" after his trip to Ireland in 1959. He was deeply struck by the diverse shades of green in its landscape.
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First Release"Forty Shades of Green" was first released in 1961 as a part of the album titled "Ring of Fire: The Best of Johnny Cash."
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Daniel O'Donnell's CoverIrish singer Daniel O'Donnell also recorded a cover of this song, which became very popular in his native country and among his many international fans.
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Music Genre"Forty Shades of Green" is a country song, echoing Johnny Cash’s deep association with this genre.
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Song PopularityDespite its popularity, "Forty Shades of Green" did not chart in its initial release. However, it holds a nostalgic and sentimental value among audiences, especially the Irish, and remains one of Johnny Cash's beloved songs.
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Tribute to IrelandThe song pays tribute to the beauty of Ireland. The lyrics describe various Irish landscapes and the longing for home.
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Included in Various AlbumsSince its release, "Forty Shades of Green" has been included in various other albums, both by Johnny Cash and other artists, owing to its immense popularity.
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Significant Live PerformanceDuring a performance for the RTÉ television series "The Late Late Show" in 1963, Johnny Cash performed "Forty Shades of Green," which significantly increased the song's popularity in Ireland.
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Daniel O'Donnell's PerformanceDaniel O'Donnell’s rendition of the song gave it a new life and connected with a broader and younger audience base. It is one of his most celebrated songs.
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Frequent Cover SongApart from Daniel O'Donnell, the song has been covered by numerous artists including Ruby Murray, Daniel O'Donovan, John McNicholl, and Mary Duff among others, showcasing its timeless popularity.
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Connection with Irish IdentityFor many, the song "Forty Shades of Green" embodies the Irish identity. The term 'forty shades of green' has since become a popular phrase often used to describe Ireland's verdant landscape.
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