drinking song

American  

noun

1. a song of hearty character suitable for singing by a group engaged in convivial drinking.

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Etymology

Origin of drinking song

First recorded in 1590–1600

Example Sentences

He had a powerful booming voice, a tongue-in-cheek sense of humor and range that carried love songs as well as drinking songs.

From Seattle Times

The words may be wily, but the Russian baritone, whether poisoning Otello with lies or hosting a drinking song, sings with agreeable gusto.

From Los Angeles Times

This was not a “drinking song” but, rather, an intentionally challenging piece ritualistically performed at each meeting of the Anacreontic Society since its composition for that purpose in the 18th century.

From Washington Post

The things we love most about this fall tradition — sitting outdoors on cool autumn afternoons; sipping delicious, malty beers; listening to peppy German drinking songs — can be enjoyed while social distancing.

From Washington Post

In 2019 she celebrated Midsummer, the summer solstice holiday, with him, his family and friends in Sweden, where they danced, ate several kinds of pickled herring and potatoes, drank schnapps and belted out drinking songs.

From New York Times