Cú Chulainn: Eire’s Ballad

**Verse 1:** In Eire’s heart, where tales begin, Rose a warrior, destined to win. Once Sétanta, fierce and unbowed, Destiny's call, clear and loud. **Chorus:** For in the heartbeat of the land's song, Cú hulan’s legend, it belongs. Through time’s passage, and echoing dawns, His spirit in Eire forever dawns. **Verse 2:** Under Scáthach's tutelage so wise, Mastered the arts, touched the skies. Emer's love, like a beacon did glow, Through trials and time, love did show. **Chorus:** For in the heartbeat of the land's song, Cú hulan’s legend, it belongs. Through verdant hills and whispered lore, His name on the wind, forevermore. **Verse 3:** In Cooley's dance, he stood so tall, Defending Ulster, giving his all. Yet every hero finds twilight's door, His spirit, in Eire, forevermore. **Bridge:** *(Suggest shifting to a relative major/minor key for contrast)* Bound to a pillar, as shadows drew near, Held his ground, showing no fear. For though his frame in silence lay, His legacy never fades away. **Chorus:** For in the heartbeat of the land's song, Cú hulan’s legend, it belongs. Through time’s passage, and echoing dawns, His spirit in Eire forever dawns. **Outro:** Eire's son, fierce and divine, In history's tapestry, forever will shine. For in the heartbeat of the land's song, Cú hulan’s legend forever dawns.