Literal translation of "Auld Lang Syne" means
"Times long past."
Auld Lang Syne
by
(Scottish Version)
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
And never brought to mind?
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
And auld lang syne?
(Chorus)
For auld lang syne, my jo,
For auld lang syne,
We'll tak a cup o'kindness yet,
For auld lang syne.
And surely ye'll be your pint-stowp!
And surely I'll be mine!
And we'll tak a cup o'kindness yet,
For auld lang syne.
(Chorus)
For auld lang syne, my jo,
For auld lang syne,
We'll tak a cup o'kindness yet,
For auld lang syne.
We twa hae run about the braes
And pu'd the gowans fine
But we've wander'd mony a weary foot
Sin auld lang syne.
(Chorus)
For auld lang syne, my jo,
For auld lang syne,
We'll tak a cup o'kindness yet,
For auld lang syne.
We twa hae paidl'd i' the burn,
Frae morning' sun till dine,
But seas between us braid hae roar'd
Sin auld lang syne.
(Chorus)
For auld lang syne, my jo,
For auld lang syne,
We'll tak a cup o'kindness yet,
For auld lang syne.
And there's a hand, my trusty fiere!
And gie's a hand o thine!
And we'll tak a right guid willy waught,
For auld lang syne.
I really liked the phrase
ReplyDeletelet's have another cup of kindness,
I think kindness conquers everything in life!!
Have fun whatever you do.
May it be a year with more mindfulness and more reading.
A year of Health, Peace, Love and Joy!🧡🎁
Thank you Katerina, that phrase holds more meaning to me than ever before and I agree with you totally. Thank you for your sweet sentiments. I wish you the same :)
DeleteInteresting, the difference between the two versions! I love your first picture with the houses. I hope you have a wonderful year, my friend! Keep me posted on your knee!
ReplyDeleteThank you Ginny :) I used to listen to Hogmanay on the TV with my parents and sister as a child. It was televised from Scotland and the Scottish version was always sung as my family and I, and whomever was invited, crossed our arms and held hands with the person on each side as we moved arms up and down as we sang the old song. Another one of those treasured memories :) You are very kind asking me about my knee and I will definitely keep you posted. I also would like you to do the same about yours as we seem to be in the same boat. You have a wonderful year too my friend.
DeleteWe could all do with a BIG cup of kindness.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year.
Very, very, VERY true. Happy New Year Sue :)
DeleteHappy New Year Denise, I wish you and yours all the best in 2025!
ReplyDeleteThank you Eileen. I wish you and your loved ones the same :)
DeleteI ve listened to that song hundreds of times, but never really listened to the lyrics. Very interesting.
ReplyDeleteHello Jim and Barb :) I am happy I could introduce the lyrics to you.
DeleteIt is quite amazing that this little Scottish ditty conquered the world.
ReplyDeleteCouldn’t agree more! Wouldn’t Rabbie Burns be surprised?
DeleteHappy New Year. I've only ever been able to remember the first verse and the chorus of that song.
ReplyDeleteThank you Ann, I used to know it but would need the words in front of me now. you also :) Happy New Year!
Delete"Let's drink another cup of goodness..."
ReplyDeleteThank you.
And thanks for this song.
I wish you and yours a good year 2025.
Many greetings to you from Viola.
p.s. we will be traveling to Scotland for our vacation this year. I am full of joy.
You are very welcome Viola and thank you :) How marvelous you will be traveling to Scotland this year. I am very happy for you. May you and your family have a very happy New Year.
DeleteHappy New Year to you and Gregg!
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda and the same to you and Bob :)
DeleteHappy New Year!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year to you also Anne and thank you :)
DeleteTo kindness! Cheers!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year! :)
I raise my glass to you Rita, to Kindness! Happy New Year! Cheers!
DeleteLOVED this song almost makes me want to stand up when I hear it.....
ReplyDeletelovely choir. Love me some Bagpipes too
Hugs Cecilia
I love listening to the bagpipes also Cecilia :) when played beautifully, there is nothing like it, incredible! Glad you enjoyed the choir. I know what you mean about standing too. Sending hugs!
DeleteAuld Lang Syne is a classic. Last night in the senior residence they sang Auld Lang syne at 8:00 PM and they were finished for the year
ReplyDeleteYes it is :) I am happy they sang it at the residence. Even as early as 8 o’clock, it was already the New Year in Scotland :)
DeleteHappy New Year!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Jenn :)
DeleteI hope 2025 is good to you!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much and to you also :)
DeleteHappy New Year to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteThank you Gigi, I wish you and yours the same.
DeleteThat's a beautiful rendition. If only we could all be kind to each other all the time.
ReplyDeleteHappy 2025, Denise, and all you wish for yourself and your loved ones.
If only Janice, if only! Thank you, I wish you and yours the same :)
DeleteCheers!
ReplyDeleteCheers Christine :)
DeleteHappy and Blessed New Year!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you and to you too Billie Jo :)
DeleteHappy New Year -- and a charming opening photo!
ReplyDeleteI am very happy you liked it Jeanie, thank you. Happy New Year!
DeleteDenise, Happy and Healthy New Year wishes to you and Gregg and your family. Looking forward to seeing you in blog-land in 2025.
ReplyDeleteHello there and thank you so much :) we wish you both the same and more lovely visits in blog-land.
DeleteHappy New Year to you and your family Denise! That choir is so full of talent. Along with the words---just perfection.
ReplyDeleteThank you dear friend :) and to you, Grayden and your sweet family. So glad you enjoyed them. They are a marvelous choir!
DeleteHappy New Year Wishes.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
And to you also Jan, with my very best and warmest wishes for you in 2025 :)
DeleteLindo poema. Te mando un beso y te deseo un feliz año.
ReplyDeleteMe alegra que hayas disfrutado el poema. ¡Gracias! ¡Feliz año nuevo! Te mando un beso.
DeleteHappy New Year!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! Happy New Year!
DeleteWelcome to 2025! Thank you for the beautiful rendition of Auld Lang Syne!
ReplyDeleteThank you Ellen and the same to you :) I am so glad you enjoyed it.
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