Irish Juvenile Institution

Where the shamrock shadows fall so deep Young hearts caught in the wildest dream

Behind brick walls where echoes hum And teenage dreams fade to a silent drum

Celtic whispers in the midnight air Binds the minds tied in silent despair

Emerald eyes once sparkled oh so free Now they're lost in waves of a stormy sea

Through the bars they gaze at skies Wondering when the clouds will cry

In this maze of thoughts they roam Seeking the place that feels like home

Once they danced by the old oak tree Now they count each cracked sealee

Hear the pipes as memories play Wonder if they'll find a brighter day

Locked away from the laughter's call In sacred halls where shadows fall

Their spirits sing an ancient tune Wishing to break free from this cocoon