Dearest Robbie, How charming of you to write. For better or wosre Carrickfergus has been my signature tune for the last twenty years, but I've always struggled with the ambiguity of the lyrics. Henceforth i'll be singing 'did support' and will feel a lot happier about the feel of the lyrics. Coincidentally, I can't think of any other maudlim song where the writer so honestly admits that he has a drinking problem. Affectionately yours, John
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