Small wonder then that Aoife found herself surrounded by music from an early age. These early influences included the late Prionsias Ó Maonaigh, the father of Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh who taught her the fiddle. Later at school, she was taught music by Máire Uí Bhraonáin, mother to some of the Clannad-members. The strong local song tradition of Gweedore and nabouring Ranafast also provided her with a wealth of beautiful songs.
In 1991 Aoife released her first recording ‘Loinneog Cheoil’ (accompanied by the well-known band Dervish), a cassette with 10 well-known and lesser known songs from her native region which as re-recorded and re-released in 2005, produced by Manus Lunny of Capercaillie. In 1996 her debut CD ‘Aoife’ was released by Gael Linn and produced by Moya Brennan and Dennis Woods which contained more traditional Irish language songs.
In 2003 released her second CD The Turning of the Tide on the Celtic Collections label , which showed a different side to Aoife’s repertoire with songs including Danny Boy, After the Goldrush, Neidin and also included a duet with the famous Seán Keane
In 2006 her fourth album ‘If I Told You’ was released on the Phaeton label and distributed by Claddagh Records. Co-produced with Paul Gardiner and Brendan Monaghan, this recording has a selection of songs ranging from traditional English, Irish and newly written songs. As a singer, she manages to capture the essence and emotions of these songs and long life into new ones, such as Long Hard Night, If I Told You, Crann Úll,
The Parting Glass and Táimse i m’chodhladh.
Over the years Aoife has toured and performed in Europe , Japan and the United States . She has recorded and performed with various artists such as Tim Wheater, Phil Coulter, Liam Lawton and Peter Corry.
You can also hear her haunting voice on the Playstation Game – Metal Gear Solid Original, The Best is Yet to Come (sung in Irish), written and produced by Rika Muranaka.
The Best Is Yet To Come
Aoife Ní Fhearraigh Lyrics
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Do you remember the time
when little things made you happy?
Do you remember the time
when simple things made you smile
Life can be wonderful
if you let it be
Life can be simple
Whatever happened to those days?
Whatever happened to those nights?
Do you remember the time
when little things made you sad?
Do you remember the time
when simple things made you cry?
Is it just me
or
is it just us?
Feeling lost in this world?
Why do we have to hurt each other?
Why do we have to shed tears?
Life can be beautiful
if you try
Life can be joyful
if we try
Tell me
I'm not alone
Tell me
We are not alone in this world
fighting against the wind
Do you remember the time
when simple things made you happy?
Do you remember the time
when little things made you laugh?
You know
life can be simple
You know
life is simple
Because
the best thing in life is yet to come
Because...
the best is yet to come
The song "The Best Is Yet to Come" by Aoife Ní Fhearraigh is a reflection on life and the memories that we hold dear. The lyrics start by asking if we remember a time when simple things made us happy and smiling, which represents a time of innocence and carefree living. It then transitions to questioning the direction life has taken and why we have to hurt each other, displaying the harsh realities we face in life. At the same time, the song is a reminder that life can be beautiful and joyful if we try.
The chorus then provides optimism, suggesting that life is simple, and the best is yet to come, reassuring the listener that brighter days are ahead. The song captures the essence of a person reimagining their life and feeling grateful for what they have experienced, uplifting and empowering the listener with hope for the future.
In conclusion, the song by Aoife Ní Fhearraigh encourages listeners to remember what truly matters in life and to seek joy in the small moments, even when things seem difficult. The song is a reminder that no matter how challenging life may seem, there are always better days ahead.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you remember the time
A rhetorical question that demands recollection of a specific moment or a cherished memory
when little things made you happy?
A time when insignificant trivialities used to bring immense joy and happiness
Do you remember the time
Reiteration of the previous question emphasizing the significance of cherished memories
when simple things made you smile
A time when basic and uncomplicated things were enough to bring a smile on one's face
Life can be wonderful
Life can have a great and favorable outcome
if you let it be
If one allows themselves to embrace the positive aspects of life, then life can be wonderful
Life can be simple
Life can have a straightforward and uncomplicated nature
if you try
If one tries to lead a simple life, then it can be simple
Whatever happened to those days?
A question that expresses nostalgia for a simpler and happier time
Whatever happened to those nights?
A question that expresses nostalgia for a simpler and happier time
Do you remember the time
A repetition of the question to emphasize the loss of happy memories
when little things made you sad?
A time when minor setbacks or sadness would ruin one's mood
Do you remember the time
A repetition of the question to emphasize the loss of happy memories
when simple things made you cry?
A time when basic and uncomplicated things would evoke tears of sadness
Is it just me
A question that seeks reassurance if one is the only one experiencing a particular feeling or emotion
or
A connecting word that brings two contradictory thoughts or possibilities together
is it just us?
A question that seeks reassurance if all of us are experiencing a particular feeling or emotion
Feeling lost in this world?
A question that expresses confusion and uncertainty about life
Why do we have to hurt each other?
A rhetorical question that expresses disappointment over humans' tendency to inflict pain and hurt upon each other
Why do we have to shed tears?
A rhetorical question that expresses disappointment over the painful events that bring tears to our eyes
Life can be beautiful
Life can have an exquisite nature and be full of beauty
if you try
If one makes an effort to experience and embrace the beautiful aspects of life, then life can be beautiful
Life can be joyful
Life can be filled with happiness and joy
if we try
If all of us make an effort to create and spread joy, then life can be joyful for all of us
Tell me
A request or plea to provide information or assurance
I'm not alone
Assurance that one is not the only person experiencing a particular feeling or emotion
Tell me
A repetition of the previous request, emphasizing the importance of reassurance
We are not alone in this world
Assurance that all of us are connected and not alone in this world
fighting against the wind
A metaphorical expression that means struggling against adversities and challenges
Do you remember the time
A repetition of the question that emphasizes the importance of happy memories
when simple things made you happy?
A time when basic and uncomplicated things would bring immense joy and happiness
Do you remember the time
A repetition of the question that emphasizes the importance of happy memories
when little things made you laugh?
A time when insignificant and trivial things would bring uncontrollable laughter
You know
An expression that indicates factual information or common knowledge
life can be simple
Life has the potential to be straightforward and uncomplicated
You know
A repetition of the expression that emphasizes the message
life is simple
Life, in essence, is straightforward and uncomplicated
Because the best thing in life is yet to come
An expression that emphasizes the hopeful message that the best part of life is still ahead
Because...
An added emphasis to the hopeful message that the best part of life is still ahead
the best is yet to come
The most exceptional and fulfilling part of life is still ahead
Contributed by William V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@joshuakiley342
Here's the lyrics in #Irish #Gaeilge
Níl anois ach ceol na h-oíche táim sioraí i ngrá
Leannáin le smál
Leannáin le smál
Lig leis agus beidh leat
Lig leis agus beidh grá
Culmhne leat an t-am
Nuair a bhí tú sásta
An culmhne leat an t-am
Nuair a bhí tú ag gáire
Tá an saol iontach
má chreideann tú ann
Tug aghaidi ar an saol is sonas sioraí inár measc
Céard a tharla do na laethanta sin
Céard a tharla do na h-oícheanta sin an culmhin leat an t-am
Nuair a bhí tú faol bhrón
An cuimhin leat an t-am
Go sioraí sileadh na ndeor
An ormsa nó orainne a bhí an locht
Ag mothú caiite s’ar fán
Cén fáth an t-achrann is sileadh na ndeor
Tá áilleacht sa saol
Má chuardaíonn tú e
Tá gliondar sa saol cuardaimís e
@Kenshiro3rd
Snake: I don't have any family. No wait, there was a man who said he was my father...
Naomi: Where is he?
Snake: Dead. By my own hand.
Campbell : Big Boss.
Naomi: What!? Big Boss!? I had no idea.
Campbel: There was no way you could. It happened in Zanzibar 6 years ago. Only Snake and I know the real truth of what happened there.
Naomi: So, is it true? Was Big Boss really your father?
Snake: That's what he said. That's all I know.
Naomi: And you were able to kill him, knowing that?
Snake: Yup.
Naomi: How?
Snake: He wanted it. Besides, some people just need killing...
@marcushoms7581
About 15 years ago, when I finished Metal Gear Solid and heard this song, I recorded it on a tape.....this epic song makes me cry
@Traclon
"I recorded it on a tape" - me too! :))
@eltacorino
Me too
@salgonzalez3431
2020 and it reminds me of my pops who recently passed. It hasn't been easy but this helps.
@alenfora1400
I was a kid played this masterpiece and i cried even after all these games mgs1 still my fav sorry mgs3
@NoName-X
Me too :))
@christianyoungfwsc5190
Aoife Ní Fhearraigh Thank You for this great song.I Love this song since 1998.I play Metal Gear Solid for the first time then i hear this song with the pictures in the Game. Amazing. I wish you have a nice Year 2020. Thank you from Germany.Sorry when my English not so good.I gave my best.God bless you all. Have a nice Day
@nightvisiongoggles
17 years ago, I wanted to give up on life. Playing video games really was an escape from my reality. I started playing MGS1 and I enjoyed it, and somehow thought that after finishing this, maybe I can quit living .
Then this song started playing, and Naomi's words drove it home.
"...The important thing is that you choose life, and then live."
@Kieran84ire
+nightvisiongoggles1 I am really glad to have read your comment - choose life, and then live - happy holidays friend!!
@dismalfist
+Vibe D "Don't regret your past. Learn from it. Regrets only make a person weaker." - Solid Snake