Drinking song
Drinking song
A Drinking song is a song with a theme that is related to the consumption of alcoholic beverages.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /ˈdrɪŋkɪŋ sɒŋ/
Etymology
The term "drinking song" is a compound word formed from the words "drinking" and "song". "Drinking" is derived from the Old English 'drincan' meaning 'to drink', and "song" is from the Old English 'sang'.
Definition
A drinking song is a song sung while drinking alcohol. Most drinking songs are folk songs, and may be varied from person to person and region to region, in both the lyrics and in the music.
Related Terms
- Alcohol: A psychoactive substance that is the active ingredient in drinks such as beer, wine, and distilled spirits (hard liquor).
- Song: A musical composition for voice or voices, performed by singing.
- Folk song: A traditional song or tune that originates from a community and is sung by the people of that community.
- Beer: A beverage made from fermented grains, commonly barley, and flavored with hops.
- Wine: An alcoholic drink made from fermented grapes or other fruits.
- Distilled spirits: Alcoholic beverages made by distilling fermented grain, fruit, or vegetables.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Drinking song
- Wikipedia's article - Drinking song
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