Eveline

Album: Why Should the Fire Die? (2005)
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Songfacts®:

  • Written by Nickel Creek members Chris Thile and Sean Watkins, this song was inspired by a short story of the same title by James Joyce of Ireland. It's a story of girl torn between her father and brother and her lover. >>
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    Erin - Auburn, AL

Comments: 1

  • Paul from Longwood, FlOh James Joyce of IRELAND, and not of Wales!

    Sorry, Erin - having a wee bit of fun at your expense. Thank you so much for the tip. I've never listened to the song like I did until after I read the story, which is from The Dubliners. Classic Joyce. Those interested can go read it here:

    http://www.readprint.com/work-880/James-Joyce
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