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Suantraг­ Hiгєdaг­ Access

: The song was part of the folklore and song collections documented by Seán Ó hEochaidh in Donegal. Key Recordings

: While lullabies are traditionally viewed as a feminine practice, "Suantraí Hiúdaí" is noted in ethnomusicological research as an example of a lullaby possibly set from a male perspective or composed by a man. SuantraГ­ HiГєdaГ­

: The title translates to "Hiúdaí’s Lullaby" (Hugh's Lullaby). : The song was part of the folklore

The song has been recorded by several influential artists in the Irish traditional scene: performed by Maighread

: Featured on their influential Skara Brae album (1971), performed by Maighread, Tríona, and Mícheál Ó Domhnaill with Daithí Sproule.