The poem 'Auld Lang Syne,' written by Robert Burns in 1788, is sung worldwide to welcome the new year. Its melody is of Scottish/Irish origin. The song's lyrics, origin, and enduring popularity have been explained by experts. The New York Post's back page referred to it as 'AULD LAME SYNE.' The song was also featured in 'The Crown.'
"Auld," okay I can figure out "auld" and "lang" too, I remember having bad teeth as a kid after all. But what the fuck is a "syne."
My favorite rendition of Auld Lang Syne. From The Crown: https://t.co/oqGO5DJtkA
The back page: AULD LAME SYNE https://t.co/RZqY5p3Syw https://t.co/R4BxiNtBfe
What does auld lang syne mean? Experts explain lyrics, origin and staying power of the New Year's song https://t.co/SQPoKLzu4c
A Helpful Explanation About 'Auld Lang Syne' and Its Historical Meaning Outside of Greeting the New Year https://t.co/zhDSUsATef
Auld Lang Syne, the Scots-language poem written by Robert Burns in 1788, was set to a much older Scottish/Irish melody and is now sung all over the world to welcome the new year. Happy New Year from the west of Ireland! https://t.co/UmfsUzcAeC