Story Behind The Song
Bruce closed a show with a rousing Irish tinged number and I guess that planted the seed for me. Went back home and this popped out,
Song Description
a song contrasting the bagpipes use as an instrument of war with the singer's desire to be an instrument of peace
| Song Length |
4:43 |
Genre |
World - Celtic |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Troubled |
Subject |
Protest, War |
| Similar Artists |
Bruce Springsteen |
Language |
English |
Lyrics
They're an instrument of war, I'm an instrument of peace, War brings replacements, not real relief
I'd rather build bridges than defend to my last breath, Peace has a future, war brings home death
Peace has a future, war brings home death
Pipes are played in war, pipes are played in peace, One brings salvation, the other six feet deep
When it comes to enemies, this I will swear, I'll drink a toast with 'em to their daughters so fair
I'll drink a toast with 'em to their daughters sweet and fair