Old Town

Phil Lynott, Thin Lizzy

About Old Town

"Old Town" is a song released by Thin Lizzy frontman Philip Lynott from his 1982 self-titled solo album, The Philip Lynott Album. The lyrics detail the end of a romance, and contains piano by Darren Wharton. In the music video, Lynott can be seen on the Ha'penny Bridge in Dublin, as well as several other locations around the city centre. "Old Town" was the first record to be officially played on Irish legal Independent Radio. It was the first song played by Dublin's Capital Radio 104. 4 on its launch on 20 July 1989. 


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The old covent garden
I remember only too well
The girl's a fool
She broke the rule

She hurt him hard
This time you will break down
She's lost his trust
And so she must

All is lost
The System has broke down
Romance has broke down
This boy is crack'in up

This boy has broke down
She plays it hard
She plays it tough
But that's enough

The love is over
She's broke his heart and that is rough
But in the end you'll soon recover
The romance is over

This boy is crack'in up
This boy has broken down
This boy is crack'in up
This boy has broke down

I've been spending my money
In the old town
It's not the same honey
When you're not around

I've been spending my time
In the old town
I sure miss you honey
Now you're not around

Now you're not around 
This old town
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This boy is crack'in up
This boy has broken down
This boy is crack'in up
This boy has broke down

This boy is crack'in up
This boy has broken down
This boy is crack'in up
This boy has broke down

This boy is crack'in up
This boy has broken down
This boy is crack'in up
This boy has broke down

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Thin Lizzy

Thin Lizzy are an Irish rock band formed in Dublin in 1969. Two of the founding members, drummer Brian Downey and bass guitarist/vocalist Phil Lynott, met while still in school. Lynott assumed the role of frontman and led them throughout their recording career of twelve studio albums. Thin Lizzy are best known for their songs "Whiskey in the Jar", "Jailbreak" and "The Boys Are Back in Town", all major international hits still played regularly on hard rock and classic rock radio stations. After Lynott's death in 1986, various incarnations of the band have emerged over the years based around guitarists Scott Gorham and John Sykes, though Sykes left the band in 2009. more »

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Written by: JAMES STEWART BAIN, PHILIP PARRIS LYNOTT

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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15 facts about this song

Song Presentation
"Old Town" is a song by Thin Lizzy, an Irish rock band. This song was released as part of the solo album by band member Phil Lynott.
Release Date
The song was initially released in 1982 and hasn't lost its popularity among fans and music lovers.
Identity of Performer
Although the song is frequently associated with Thin Lizzy due to Phil Lynott's prominence in the band, it is technically a Phil Lynott solo work.
Music Video
The music video for "Old Town" had memorable scenes filmed around Dublin, including the Ha'penny Bridge and the Ringsend Pier.
Song Genre
"Old Town" can be classified under the genre of rock music, with additional influences from pop.
Album
The song can be found on Lynott's second solo album "The Philip Lynott Album."
Influence
It was, notably, one of the first videos to be played on MTV Europe when it launched on 1 August 1987.
Usage in Media
"Old Town" was used in an Irish Tourist Board promotional video, showcasing highlights of Dublin city.
Cover Version
The song was also covered by The Corrs, an Irish band, and this version gained significant popularity too.
Instrumentals
The song is particularly known for its trumpet solo, an unusual feature in rock songs.
Song Meaning
"Old Town" lyrics depicts Lynott’s ambivalent feelings about fame & success and the strains within Thin Lizzy. It outlined his contrasting love and despair for Dublin.
Legacy
Even after Phil Lynott's death, the song remains a staple on Irish radio and is frequently covered by other musicians.
Song Duration
The original song has a duration of 3 minutes and 27 seconds.
Single Ranking
Despite its enduring popularity, the song surprisingly only reached number 53 in the UK singles charts at the time of its release.
Collaboration
The song was co-written by Lynott and Scottish musician Jimmy Bain.

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