Andrew
Hozier-Byrne's recently released album, "Hozier" is an absolute gift
to humankind. Not only is it something new to pop culture music but it feels like something we've always known. One really cool thing about the album is that you
can listen to it on repeat however many times you want and never get sick of
it. The ever-changing rhythms, melodies, harmonies, and lyrics will always get the
listener into a certain mood depending on the song they're listening to. Certain
songs like, "Someone New", "Jackie and Wilson", and
"Take Me to Church" makes listeners want to get up and
dance until they can't feel their feet any longer. Other songs like, "In
a Week", "From Eden", and "Cherry Wine" are very
relaxing and thought provoking. The album is heavily influenced by older styles
of music like, folk, soul, and the blues. It also includes a few modern
influences like indie rock.
One of Hozier's most well known songs, "Take Me to Church" gives good insight into Hozier's life. He is a 26 year old, Irish, singer-songwriter who stands up for what he believes in through his music. "Take Me to Church" is a religious song about someone being separated from someone they love because it is considered religiously incorrect. He feels that this song is important because he, being born and raised in Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland, where the Catholic religion heavily influences people's views, realizes that it's wrong to discriminate against people because of who they love. By writing this song he realizes that he is giving these people that are discriminated against their chance to take a stand with him. So not only is he a talented singer/songwriter, he is also a good role model because he takes a stand for what he feels is right.
Another song that conveys a really positive image is the song, "Someone New". It is about the joy that branching out and meeting new people can bring. The sound is very uplifting and has a feeling of curiosity in a way that makes you want to engage on that feeling. Anytime you are feeling down this song will pick you right up out of the dirt. He sings, "I fall in love just a little, oh a little bit, everyday. In love with every stranger. The stranger the better." Not only do these lyrics continue to convey the idea of meeting new people but it also embraces people who are considered different or strange. He says that the weirder someone is the better they tend to be. This message is also aimed towards people who would be considered "normal". It shows them that they shouldn't judge people before taking the time to get to know them, because they could miss out on having a really cool relationship with them.
Overall Hozier is a very talented musician and doesn't get enough credit for all the work he puts into his music. Everyday people hear his music which allows them to have a more positive and accepting outlook on life. If you haven't already given his album a listen, I highly suggest doing so. It is available on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, Soundcloud, Pandora, and you can even buy the CD!
One of Hozier's most well known songs, "Take Me to Church" gives good insight into Hozier's life. He is a 26 year old, Irish, singer-songwriter who stands up for what he believes in through his music. "Take Me to Church" is a religious song about someone being separated from someone they love because it is considered religiously incorrect. He feels that this song is important because he, being born and raised in Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland, where the Catholic religion heavily influences people's views, realizes that it's wrong to discriminate against people because of who they love. By writing this song he realizes that he is giving these people that are discriminated against their chance to take a stand with him. So not only is he a talented singer/songwriter, he is also a good role model because he takes a stand for what he feels is right.
Another song that conveys a really positive image is the song, "Someone New". It is about the joy that branching out and meeting new people can bring. The sound is very uplifting and has a feeling of curiosity in a way that makes you want to engage on that feeling. Anytime you are feeling down this song will pick you right up out of the dirt. He sings, "I fall in love just a little, oh a little bit, everyday. In love with every stranger. The stranger the better." Not only do these lyrics continue to convey the idea of meeting new people but it also embraces people who are considered different or strange. He says that the weirder someone is the better they tend to be. This message is also aimed towards people who would be considered "normal". It shows them that they shouldn't judge people before taking the time to get to know them, because they could miss out on having a really cool relationship with them.
Overall Hozier is a very talented musician and doesn't get enough credit for all the work he puts into his music. Everyday people hear his music which allows them to have a more positive and accepting outlook on life. If you haven't already given his album a listen, I highly suggest doing so. It is available on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, Soundcloud, Pandora, and you can even buy the CD!
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