The Skye Boat Song
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Title
The Skye Boat Song
Description
The Skye Boat Song is a traditional Scottish folk song that tells the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie's escape to the Isle of Skye after his defeat in the Jacobite uprising of 1746. The song is also known as "Over the Sea to Skye" and was written in the late 19th century by Sir Harold Boulton. The lyrics describe the Prince's journey across the sea to the Isle of Skye with Flora MacDonald, a faithful supporter. The melody is slow and melancholic, reflecting the sadness and hope of leaving behind one's homeland but also the determination to carry on the fight for Scottish independence. The Skye Boat Song is a beloved part of Scottish folk music and has been popularized by numerous artists over the years.
Source
is51102023
Contributor
Ching-Ying, Ho
Language
English
Type
Intangible
Identifier
662
Date Submitted
27/04/2023
Date Modified
27/04/2023
Spatial Coverage
current,57.424595,-6.321627;
Europeana
Europeana Type
TEXT
Citation
“The Skye Boat Song,” STAGE, accessed December 13, 2025, https://stage.openvirtualworlds.org/omeka/items/show/1286.
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