Elvis Costello later teamed up for "Long Journey Home." A grand, sweeping production, the tune required full use of the entire orchestra and a small accompanying choir.

But as you ascend the ladder,
Look out below where you tread.
For the colors bled as they overflowed,
Red, White and Blue,
Green, White and Gold!

This commanding piece rocked every fiber of my being - it took great presence not to leap to my feet with pride for something, anything, as they soared to greater and greater melodic heights.
What an incredibly patriotic St. Paddy's Day song!

Video: See the live performance