Lukey
Great Big Sea
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Well oh, Lukey's boat is painted green, Ha, me boys! Lukey's boat is painted green, The prettiest boat that you've ever seen, A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day! A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day! Well oh, Lukey's boat's got a fine fore cuddy, Ha, me boys! Lukey's boat's got a fine fore cuddy, And every seam is chinked with putty, A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day! A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day! Well I says "Lukey the blinds are down" Ha, me boys! I says "Lukey the blinds are down" "Me wife is dead and she's underground" A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day! A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day Well I says Lukey "I don't care" Ha, me boys! I says Lukey "I don't care" "I'll get me another in the spring of the year" A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day! A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day! Oh, Lukey's rolling out his grub, Ha, me boys! Lukey's rolling out his grub, One split pea, and a ten pound tub, A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day! A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day! Well, Lukey's boat's got high-topped sails, Ha, me boys! Lukey's boat's got high-topped sails The sheet was planted with copper nails, A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day! A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day! Lukey's boat is painted green, Ha, me boys! Lukey's boat is painted green, It's the prettiest boat that you've ever seen, A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day! A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day! A-ha, me boys a-riddle-i-day!
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Written by: ALAN DOYLE, BOB HALLETT, DARRELL POWER, SEAN MCCANN
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11 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Lukey" by Great Big Sea is classified as a Celtic folk-rock song, combining traditional roots music with rock elements.
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Album InformationThis song is part of the album "Up," which was released in 1995 and was the second studio album by the band.
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Band OriginGreat Big Sea is a band from Newfoundland, Canada, and they are known for performing energetic rock interpretations of traditional Newfoundland folk songs.
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Song Origin"Lukey" is a cover of a traditional Newfoundland folk song, which is common for Great Big Sea's setlist.
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Musical Style"Lukey" blends elements of folk music, such as the use of pennywhistle and accordion with modern rock instrumentation.
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Lyrics ClassificationThis song features cheerful and bright storytelling lyrics, consistent with the band's overall jovial style and the region's storytelling tradition.
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Global RecognitionDespite their signature Newfoundland sound, "Lukey" and other Great Big Sea songs have gained recognition not only in Canada but internationally, underlining their cross-cultural success.
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Live Performance"Lukey" is a favorite during Great Big Sea concerts, often leading to intense audience participation.
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CollaborationThe song "Lukey" features Alan Doyle and Séan McCann on lead vocals, showcasing the strength of the band's collaborative songwriting approach.
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Song DurationThe song's duration is approximately three minutes, a common length for folk-rock songs, keeping it engaging and dynamic.
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Critical reception"Lukey" has been applauded for its catchy melody, riveting chorus, and energetic rendition of a traditional folk tune, and is considered one of the Great Big Sea band's iconic tracks.
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