The first day of February is Saint Brigid's Day and it is the traditional first day of spring in Ireland.

Saint Brigid's Day (Hurry Home Róisín) Hurry home Róisín Ere a rose is seen You promised we would marry in the spring Hurry home Róisín Soon the ewes will yean You swore to me you would wear my ring I know New York City Is very far away I pray you'll be with me On Saint Brigid's Day Hurry home Róisín Before puffins preen I miss you and all the joy you bring I know New York [D] City Is very far away I pray you'll be with me On Saint Brigid's Day Hurry home Róisín Ere a rose is seen You promised we would marry in the spring