Báidín Fheilimí is a traditional Irish song, which originates in the Gaeltacht region in the north-west of County Donegal. It is usually taught to young children. The lyrics are in Irish and is based on a small boat owned by a man called Feilimí (Phelim). While not specified in the song, it refers to Feilimí Cam Ó Baoill, who was chieftain of the Rosses in the 17th century and his escape to nearby Islands from his archenemy. It has been covered by artists such as Na Casaidigh, Sinéad O'Connor, Angelo Branduardi, Emmet Spiceland, and John Spillane. There are some alternative versions of the last verse, either mentioning the boatload of fish or omitting it. The latter is common in more recent versions, wherein the easier verse Báidín Fheilimí is Feilimí ann is used. The lyrics refer to the islands of Gola and Tory off the coast of Gweedore.

Lyrics

The lyrics, which are in the public domain, are as follows: