Webthe story behind the pogues' christmas classic 'fairytale of new york' as shane macgowan spent two years perfecting his tale of a drunken couple. Web30 years of fairytale of new york: 10 true tales behind the pogues' christmas favourite. For 30 years the bells have been “ringing out” for one of our favourite. Webthis song tells the story of an irish couple who immigrate to america in hopes of making it as entertainers in new york. The song takes place on christmas eve, and with the title. The surprising story behind the pogues’ christmas anthem.
