Boys on the Docks Lyrics

Lyric discussion by 2yt4u 

Cover art for Boys on the Docks lyrics by Dropkick Murphys

"Ken Casey's Grandfather, John Kelly, is the man referred to in the song. This song caught on like wildfire when it came out. Also a fan favorite."

I think this song is about how John Kelly helped paved the way for the Irish coming to America so that they and their families could live good lives and ease some of the hardships they were facing.