I think "Irish pirate metal" is the greatest combination of words I've ever heard.

An example of how badass Grainne was: Grainne once met the Queen of England, Elizabeth the First, in Greenwich Palace. She was INVITED. A woman, a known Pirate, invited by the Queen of a land which had occupied Grainne's country for centuries. Most importantly, she was able to leave.

For all you lads that are still listening to this 7 years later and counting, salute the great Pirate Queen and say Aye!!!

Daughter of the dún Terror of the west Sailed the coasts of Ireland With O'Malley on her crest Sailors on the blue Shakin' in their cots Feelin' the foreboding of The terror that she wrought Hup the hull and away we go Stock the galley o'gold Whack the divil the gales he blow We'll batter him up in the hold Dance along on the waterline Speed us over the waves Back to back on the borderlines To never shut up & behave Gráinne Mhaol Queen of the pirates She set sail On the raging sea Gráinne Mhaol The gleam of the Irish Spun her tales On the ocean free Never to be caught Tangled on the ropes Hacked away the lengthy locks In order to elope She would lose no fight She would take no shite Stole the noble offspring In the middle of the night Hup the hull and away we go Stock the galley o'gold Whack the divil the gales he blow We'll batter him up in the hold Dance along on the waterline Speed us over the waves Back to back on the borderlines To never shut up & behave Gráinne Mhaol Queen of the pirates She set sail On the raging sea Gráinne Mhaol The gleam of the Irish Spun her tales On the ocean free Banríon na farraige Cróga agus tréan Ag taisteal ar na dtonnta Cailín ag troid di féin Tabhair faoi na Breataine Éist leis a béic Scrios na báid leatromach Ag cosaint ar an ríocht Never to fall!!! A rebel in all!!! Gráinne Mhaol Queen of the pirates She set sail On the raging sea Gráinne Mhaol The gleam of the Irish Spun her tales On the ocean free

I'd totally watch a Grace O'Malley animated TV show if this was the theme song.

Makes me proud to be Irish. I'd love to see an animated history of Grainne. She's Even mentioned in the Irish rebel song Oro Se Do Bheatha Bhaile

After hearing the Irish entry for Eurovision I'm convinced either this song or Sirona would've been much superior choices. They have so much more originality and Irish flavor going for them. Almost every country was doing the same generic sentimental love song crap and neglecting their native languages in favor of English.

I don't always listen to this song, but when I do, I listen to it on repeat for at least an hour.

Can we all agree that Nordic/Irish/Celtic folklore makes The best music ?

My Dad lives in the rural village of Murrisk in County Mayo. That was essentially Gráinne Mhaol's part of Ireland.

Imagine how legendary you have to be to have a wide array of fanart of you available for the backdrop of a metal song about you.

Never heard her story before...I somehow feel like I've been missing out.

Could we have more like buttons? One isn't quite cutting it.

5 years, KZfaq? You only reccommend it to me FIVE YEARS AFTER UPLOADING?! Well, atleast I can listen to this great piece now.

Feeling that Irish heritage running through my veins . . . and it ain't the beer! XD

"Who am I, 16th century Irish pirate Grainne O'Mally?"

I knew nothing about Grace O'Malley before listening to this song just now, but Jesus is her Wikipedia article fucking impressive.

This is why I support not only women's rights, but also women's wrongs 🤘🏴‍☠️

imagine Grainne and Cu Chulainn meet. They'd either get along great or destroy each other

I now have the sudden urge to play Assassins Creed Black Flag flag again

28 raided English merchants disliked this...

All hail the Queen of Ireland! Another great song Gav, thank you! And respect to the Irish people,because they could make their independence and they've keep it since then!Big respect! Best Wishes: Peter from Hungary

anyone who can talk shit to a queens face instantly gains my respect

This is so badass. Ireland has great myths, historical figures, and folklore.

Norse, Finnish, Slavic, Baltic, Finish and Celtic (Irish, Scottish, Welsh, Brittish and Gaullish) music is the best.

why is this so good? oh wait. it's by Miracle Of Sound that's why it's so good

I know its been a couple years since this song, but I hope we can see more Celtic Metal from you Gavin. I adore the way you sing these songs in particular.

*Opens subscriptions box* *Sees video* That's my bucket list over.

Wish we meet the Irish legend in Assassin's Black Flag even though it was mostly in the Caribbean hopefully they'll make a make a game set in Ireland during her era

I just looked up her history. And I can say that she is one of the coolest, most badass pirates in history. She's just awesome!

Best 3 words on earth: Irish pirate Metal. Makes me proud of my ancient Irish heritage.

I’m an American of German ancestry but this song makes me feel Irish pride

When I heard TB say in the podcast "and that was somethingsomething queen of pirates by our friend Miracle Of Sound" I could't stand the album not being out yet. I'd fucking love if there was a purely pirate songs album by you.

I'm happy Ireland has such a badass in it's history. The homeland of some of my ancestors was and is awesome.

Six years later and still a straight up banger.

Damn I love the Irish Language! Would love to see more Irish in your music Gav, it fits so well!

TO GRACE O MALLEY ! BE YE REMEMBERED GREAT IRISH QUEEN !

Unsurprisingly, my favorite song on the album. Love me some pirate metal, and it's always great to hear you go full Irish. Long live the queen.

You have no idea how long I have been looking for a song like this. THIS IS AWESOME!!! Hail the Emerald Isle and its Pirate Queen!

Awesome AND informative! Thanks, Gav. Never heard of her before (stupid US educational system) She sounds like one badass babe.

You and Malukah should do a cover of Pangur Ban.

Nice! Another great song inspired by irish/celtic folklore, just like Sirona! Have you ever considered an album entirely based on irish tales and legends, Gav? Where you could sing both english and gaelic, just like here and in Sirona. I think it would be great! And the celtic culture can be a rich source for these kind of songs! Or at least I think that way, but it might be just me, as someone who is a great fan of celtic legends and irish music. :)

Besides institutional sexism, HOW HAS THIS WOMAN NOT BEEN TURNED INTO A MOVIE?! She's not even the ONLY legendary, badass pirate queen from history! This has become my absolute favorite driving song.

Grace is one of my direct ancestors, and I am more than happy to have Grainne Mahol Tattooed on my fore arms.

This is really awesome. Has everything I could want in a pirate metal song. I can't wait to buy the whole album next Friday when I get paid.

We need a movie about her, I'd love that.

Sir you had me at “ Irish pirate metal “

My friend told me to listen to this Irish pirate metal is now my favorite.

This is truly superb. I love Irish folk music and the way you blend in a rocking beat is glorious.

This song calls to my blood and damn, I want a movie based on this woman. A strong pirate queen of her time. =D

Used to summer with family a few miles inland from the Aran Islands. Fricken EVERYBODY claims their family is descended from O'Malley. Life Goals.

This is yet another inspirational song out of...heck I've lost count by now. Thank you thrice-over you marvelous bard.

I'm willing to bet anything that Grainne Mhaol was Davy Crockett's great grandmother!

Just found out about Gráinne Mhaol and damn this song fucking rocks

I cant stop listning to this over and over again

It's amazing how well metal and a nice 'ol pirate jig go together :D Incredible! Well done lad!

maybe this is me being an anime nerd, but i now want Gráinne Mhaol in one piece. and i want this to play in every scene she's in.

Fun and kinda irrelevant fact: Grace O'Malley is *theorized* (not confirmed yet but I really hope it's true) to be my great times a few hundred grandmother!

I freaking love when they make legend songs

This is now the sixth result that comes up on a KZfaq search for "grace o'malley."

This and Sirona are my favorites. Fantastic work, Gav, as always.

Awesome music and lyrics, plus historically educational. I love this song!!! Had to be hard to sing though. Gaelic is hard enough to pronounce without having to sing it. But you did this perfectly!

Miracle of sound can speak Irish 🇮🇪🔥🔥🔥🤘

Thank you for this song. This is the best way to learn about any part of history!

We need more pirate metal.

I really want to see an epic musical mash-up with you rocking vocals and guitar, Lindsey Stirling killing violin and choreography, and Jeff Williams kicking it on the drums and electronic keyboard. And maybe Fallout Boy for a glob of added awesome.

This song is so catchy I can't stop listening to it

now this is a woman I can truly follow.

I recommend 2 songs from the metal band "Frantic Amber" about that theme : "Grainne Mhaol" And it's alternate version "Crimson Seas"

You know you are a hardcore badass when the only ones I can think off the top of my head capable of beating you in the hardcore department are the FICTIONAL Death Korps and Guts. She is seriously one of the most badass women in history. Probably nearing number one. For people that haven't read up on her, have this little tidbit. She had a child at sea, without any medicine to help with the birth. Come a day later, while she was still down in the sick bay recovering from the intense pain of pure childbirth, her ship was attacked by bandits. Her shipmates came downstairs begging for help, and what does this fucking woman do? With the effects of after birth still in her veins, she fucking RUNS up to the ship's deck screaming, basically naked, covered in blood, shooting her gun and killing like two guys with her sword. The sight alone made the bandits literally turn tail and scamper away whimpering, absolutely sweating rivers of fear from the Mama Bear they had the most unfortunate chance to piss off. A.H.B. Absolutely Hardcore Badass.

Irish pirate metal is the best. They tell the coolest stories and grace O’Malley is the coolest story ever. Not only she fight for women’s rights. She wanted equality for everyone. Her story needs to be told. Huge fan of Irish culture it’s the best.

Wow, I used to listen to this on Soundcloud all the time! Now, I can actually read the Irish subtitles, and it GAVE ME CHILLS.

Yarrgh shiver me timber, if it is not Gráinne Mhaol the Queen of pirates herself

This is freakin' awesome! :D It's very catchy ^^ Great job

This is the jauntiest thing ever man, one of my favourite songs in your album~ Thanks for the upload!

Honestly couldn't even name a song off the Metal Up album I didn't enjoy, Probably your best album yet Gav, and hopefully more amazement to come.

i can't stop listening!

WOW Gav, I didn't expect something like that... It's Amaaaaziiing :D

This one and Mother Earth are by far the best songs in your album(at least in my opinion). I love your work, keep on rocking man and greetings from Mexico.

Yes please. Please more Irish and Celtic metal please.

Great, now i want to be a member of her crew, who else?

I want this as a Show. I will put money on the side just to buy merch, DVDs, Hell, I'd buy VHSs of this.

Once again, You have BLOWN US AWAY!!!!! Great job Gav!!!!!!!!

First two seconds of the song start playing and I'm just like "LOVE DIS!" :D

She would be very proud of this badass and catchy tribute. Go raibh maith agat Miracle of Sound ! And don't hesitate to put some Irish Gaelic in your songs every time. It's a great language and your pronunciation of Irish is so hot !

Had no idea about this lady, but having looked up some of her history, I'm glad to know of her now. I like the part where she sacked her son's town when he supported one of her rivals. That's hard core, man. To people who make fan art, here's a proposal: She lived to the ripe old age of 73, and continued her career well into middle-age. iirc, she lost and rebuilt her fortune three or four times before retiring to England to chill with Q.E.. This woman was a survivor, who never backed down and never gave up (not counting how and why she retired). And as Gav referenced in the song, part of her legend is how she cut her hair so she could go to sea. According to what I read, her father wouldn't let her go on voyages with him, saying that her long hair would get tangled in the ropes. So she cut it all off and he let her go with him. So, I think it would be cool to see her portrayed as an older woman, the confident, savvy commander of a great fleet. With short hair. :) Thanks Gav, for the great song and for introducing me to this fascinating person. Also, here is the source for much of my information. Fair warning, it is a great wall of small print text. Gráinne Mhaol, pirate queen of Connacht: behind the legend www.historyireland.com/early-modern-history-1500-1700/grainne-mhaol-pirate-queen-of-connacht-behind-the-legend/

This song is amazing. Thank you soooooo much for it

This song is absolutely magnificent! *-* I've heard about Grace O'Malley (Gráinne Mhaol) before and also read a book about her life, so now I'm really glad to hear this great tribute to the irish Queen of the Pirates.

Had me at the first 2 seconds

Educational music. Gavin does it right.

I officially have lost count of how many times I've listened to this song lol XD

I feel in these tones absolute freedom ! Nice job !

finally, i get to be the person who understands the non-English verse :D

Aw, fuck yeah!!!!!

This is just something out of this earth! Sweetest music!

I freaking love this one. Thanks for putting it up!

Why'd you decide to put this in a separate video, if you don't mind me asking? Although I can't complain, I'll put this in my favorite Pirate Metal playlist.

Wait, you speak _Irish_ Gaelic, Gav?

Love this. We had great fun dancing around to this...haha play it again...and again

I can't believe I only found this song today. Yo ho ho, this song is epic!