The Foxy Devil - Christy Moore

When I was young and handy in my prime

In taverns I would sit and bide my time

It’s there I met your company

I’d sit and drink my fill

It’s there that you took hold of me

I think you’ve got me still

You’re the foxy devil when you like

You set my mind at ease and then you strike

You set me head a-reeling

You make me shout and sing

My memory flees, I get no ease

Till I have a little drink

You’re the crafty rogue and that’s for sure

For your company there is no cure

I’ve squandered all my money

And the best days of my life

All on your charms, in spite of harm

In spite of peace and strife

Whiskey in the morning or at night

Gives strength to sing and dance, to love and fight

And so despite misfortune

I’ll take you as you are

The best of friends and enemies

The best I’ve known by far