Back To Murphy's Dock
Back To Murphy's Dock
Back To Murphy's Dock is a heartfelt Irish folk song celebrating the lives of the men who make their living from the sea. From the first light over Galway Bay to the warmth of a crowded harbour pub, it tells the story of hard work, friendship, and the simple joy of coming home safely.
The verses follow a crew of fishermen as they brave the Atlantic together, hauling nets, facing wind and waves, and returning to the dock with another honest day's catch. As evening falls, the worries of the sea are left behind, replaced by laughter, music, and familiar faces gathered around a table at Murphy's Dock.
With a deep storytelling voice in the verses and a powerful chorus sung by a choir of rugged fishermen, the song captures the spirit of Irish coastal life—where every safe return is worth celebrating and every shared pint is a toast to friendship rather than fortune.
To all who earn their living from the sea, and to everyone who knows the value of good friends, this song is for you.
Sláinte! 🍀
Written by Allan – AN-26 Classics
