Gary Moore - Out in the Fields Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote 'Out in the Fields'?

   The song 'Out in the Fields' was written by Irish musician Gary Moore. It features a collaboration with Phil Lynott, who was Moore's bandmate in Thin Lizzy.

2. What is the song 'Out in the Fields' about?

   The song is an anti-war song that touches on themes of conflict without specifying a particular war. While many listeners connect it to the Troubles in Northern Ireland, Gary Moore mentioned it is a general anti-war song.

3. How did 'Out in the Fields' perform on the charts?

   'Out in the Fields' achieved commercial success, reaching No. 3 on the Irish Singles Chart and No. 5 on the UK Singles Chart. It is the highest-charting single for both Gary Moore and Phil Lynott.

4. When was 'Out in the Fields' released?

   'Out in the Fields' was released as a single in 1985 and also featured on Gary Moore's album 'Run for Cover' in the same year. It was one of the last recordings Phil Lynott made before his death in January 1986.

5. Which artists have covered 'Out in the Fields'?

   Various artists have covered 'Out in the Fields,' including Riot, Dark at Dawn, Michael Schenker Group, Supreme Majesty, Primal Fear, Sonata Arctica, and Powerwolf, among others.

6. Did Phil Lynott contribute to the songwriting of 'Out in the Fields'?

   While Gary Moore wrote 'Out in the Fields,' Phil Lynott contributed to the B-side of the single, titled 'Military Man.'