“Drunken Sailor” is a traditional sea shanty that dates back to at least the early 19th century. It was sung by sailors as a “work song” to help coordinate their efforts while hoisting sails or performing other tasks aboard a ship. The song follows a simple call-and-response structure, making it easy for crews to sing along. The lyrics repeatedly ask, “What shall we do with a drunken sailor?” and offer humorous or exaggerated suggestions, such as “Put him in the longboat till he’s sober” or “Sha