An Irishman looking for work in America. (see our video)
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W. Scott Messer
2004, Darby O'Gill
June 15, 2009
Another somewhat autobiographical piece.
I am an Irishman by birth, and Ive come into your nation
To discover what Im worth at some other occupation
I used to be a clerk, before my immigration
And I sure could use some work, and I want a situation
I have some experience, and a well-known reputation
In Irelands defense against the British exploitation
But Im willing to be trained, and I dont mind relocation
And in case Ive not explained: I want a situation
Oh lord, what do you know; another mothers son is on the dole
Oh lord, what do you know; another mothers son has lost his soul
I have been a deportee, and Ive faced discrimination
Ive been under lock and key, poverty and near starvation
And if I might just add, as I make this application
That I want so very bad to get a decent situation
If youll excuse my bein bold, but Ive had some confirmation
That American streets are paved with gold; now, thats some decoration
I am no sort of slob, though Ive no sophistication
And I sure can use a job, and I want a situation
