Favorite Alcohol Songs #9 - "Whiskey in the Jar"

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An idea I've stolen from @norcal from Bubblews, my Favorite Alcohol Songs series, see's Thin Lizzy's version of "Whiskey in the Jar" at #9. Led by the late Phil Lynott (vocals/bass,) Thin Lizzy is (the band still tours without him) an Irish rock band formed in Dublin in 1969. The band is best known for their popular classic rock songs "The Boys are Back in Town" and "Jailbreak." Their version of the traditional Irish ballad "Whiskey in the Jar," however, was their biggest UK hit, landing at #6, and #1 in Ireland. I see no evidence of any US chart action for their take on the tune. "Whiskey in the Jar" has been done by, notably, The Grateful Dead, and Metallica (whose version I have a special place in my heart thanks to it being played before Colorado Avalanche games as the teams warm up.) It's Thin Lizzy's version that is the definitive one, however, and the one I listen to the most. R.I.P., Phil.