No matter what we claim to be our race, creed, sexual orientation, gender, nationality or favorite color, there is one day every year on which we all unite and declare with one resounding voice "Kiss me! I'm Irish!" For many of us, it's a flat-out lie. But who cares, right? It's fun!

But St. Patrick's Day isn't all shamrocks and green drinks! Though there's nothing at all wrong with going to Z's Greetings to pick up a shamrock rug or over to the Java Jolt for a green tea or milkshake. It's also about the tunes!

St. Patrick's Day is a perfect time for us to dance a fun jig to some truly spectacular sounds. Here are a few great songs to get you in that Irish state of mind!