An Dubhghaill (2001)

[Tin Man]

Dark Stranger, you landed on my west shore;
Coming out of the mist of night, raiding,
Penetrating to the very heartland
Of my most prime valued territory.
How do I resist this bold invasion?

I find I am unwilling to resist..

Your Viking spirit has come to pillage,
And with your deep, unknowing advances
You have stolen my heart, my soul, away.
This golden-ruby treasure you have robbed
Is not so lightly taken nor given.

I ask myself, do I want it returned?

I find I cannot soon answer myself.
The raid I suffer is not unwelcome,
Nor is my invader unappealing.
An invader does not invade a land
Which does not appear healthy and wealthy.

Should I defend against this invasion?

You may not have meant to cross my borders.
You do not know ‘tis I you are raiding,
But the further you drive into my heart
The more of my will to fight this I lose.
Win me now, and you hold me forever.

I am conquered!