On Halloween don't go outside alone
For what may be is frightful on its own
The fairies seek to take you away.
Beware! Beware! They thrive this holiday.
No souls have these who get what they demand
And once they kidnap you to Fairyland
There's little chance escaping their stead.
Beware! Beware! They'll dance you 'til you're dead.
Oíche Shamhna
Night of Spirits comes alive.
Oíche Shamhna
Night when scary fairies ride.
Tam Lin was saved, but not before he turned
Into a snake, bear, lion, iron burned.
So, at midnight look out! These vindictive, jealous folk
Consort with ghosts — so easy to provoke.
Hang a little harvest maiden
Stick a needle in the door
Lest Queen Mab exchange a changeling
Granting your dreams whether they're good or poor.
Let's rub some oats and salt into your hair
Protect you from what runs around out there
The fairy hills are open today.
Beware! Beware! Their lights will lead astray.
Oíche Shamhna
Night of Spirits comes alive.
Oíche Shamhna
Night when scary fairies ride.