ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

The Irish Washerwoman

Okay, so the Irish Washerwoman is a song that people sing and dance to. It's usually played on instruments like the fiddle, flute, or banjo. The song is about a woman from Ireland who washes clothes for a living. She works really hard and dances while she works, so people started singing and dancing to the tune of her washing.

When people dance to the Irish Washerwoman, they usually do something called a jig. A jig is a type of dance where you bounce and kick your feet really fast. It's kind of like hopping around on one foot and then the other.

The Irish Washerwoman is a really fun song and dance that people have been enjoying for a long time. It helps people celebrate their Irish heritage and have a good time with their friends and family.