In 2007, Ní Mhaolchatha left the group to focus on her solo career and was replaced by Hilary. Sharpe initially joined the group to fill in for Kelly who was on maternity leave, and later became a full member as a replacement for Fallon (who left to spend more time with family and record a solo work).
Since then, both Alex Sharpe and Lynn Hilary have left, making way for Lisa Lambe.
In 2013, Lisa Kelly left to pursue a teaching career at a Voice Academy she started up that year with her husband, making way for Susan McFadden for the 2013 Believe Tour.
In 2013, Chloë Agnew left to pursue solo work, making way for Máiréad Carlin.
Celtic Woman was recorded on September 15, 2004 for PBS Television in The United States at The Helix, Dublin to a sell-out audience. The show was organized by show producer Sharone Browne and musical director and composer David Downes, and produced by Dave Kavanagh. The show was first broadcast in March 2005 in The United States and within weeks the album Celtic Woman reached number one in the World Music charts in America and on Amazon.com charts. Their huge success in Asia and in America has been credited to the already successful megastar Enya and has been called "Riverdance for the Voice". As of July 22, 2006 the group has broken a long standing record in the music business. Their CD has been at the #1 position on the Billboard charts for an amazing 68 weeks.
On October 19th of that year, Celtic Woman was knocked off its No.1 spot on Billboard's World Music Charts, which it had maintained for 82 weeks, by Celtic Woman: A Christmas Celebration. This put the groups' 2 CDs at Nos. 1 and 2 respectively. Since then, Lisa Lambe has left the group to pursue a solo career.
The Call
Celtic Woman Lyrics
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Calling from somewhere
Sometimes it is loud and clear
Sometimes it's so softly there
Sometimes it is in the sea
Sometimes in the sky
Sometimes it's in you and me
Open your heart
I am calling you
Right from the very start
Your wounded heart was calling, too
Open your arms
You will find the answer
When you answer to the Call
Sometimes it is in desire
Or in the love we fear
When the call is calling us
'Till the fear will disappear
When we have no dance to dance
The call is in the song
When we have no voice to sing
Then the call is calling strong
Open your heart
I am calling you
Right from the very start
Your wounded heart was calling, too
Open your arms
You will find the answer
When you answer to the Call
Open your heart
I am calling you
Right from the very start
Your wounded heart was calling, too
Open your arms
You will find the answer
When you answer to the Call
Open your heart, your heart
And you will find the answer
To the Call!
The Celtic Woman's song "The Call" poetically speaks about the metaphysical concept of answering an inner calling. The first verse talks about how the call can come from anywhere, and sometimes it can be loud and clear, while at other times it is a barely audible whisper. The second verse goes on to say how the call can be found in love, desire, fear, and even in the absence of those things like in a melody without lyrics.
The main theme of the song is to implore the listener to open themselves up to the call that is already in them by simply opening their heart and arms. The lyrics indicate that everyone has a wounded heart that can lead them to this call if they answer it. The song's repeated line, "you will find the answer, when you answer to the call" speaks to the idea that by embracing the call and acknowledging it, one can find the answers they seek.
Overall, "The Call" is a beautiful and poignant song about self-discovery and embracing the call within oneself. It encourages the listener to be open to the mysteries of life, and to trust that the call will guide them to their true selves.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes in this life we hear
At times in our lives, we can perceive
Calling from somewhere
a call emanating from somewhere
Sometimes it is loud and clear
On certain occasions, it is loud and clearly felt
Sometimes it's so softly there
Sometimes it is barely perceptible
Sometimes it is in the sea
In some instances, it comes from the sea
Sometimes in the sky
Or sometimes it comes from the sky
Sometimes it's in you and me
It is within us at times
Sometimes it's a cry
Expressed as a plaintive cry
Open your heart
Be open, allow yourself to feel
I am calling you
For I am calling to you
Right from the very start
Since the very beginning
Your wounded heart was calling, too
Your heart, which had been hurt, was also seeking to answer
Open your arms
Extend your arms out wide
You will find the answer
Only then will you discover the solution
When you answer to the Call
When you respond to the call
Sometimes it is in desire
On occasion, it is in our longing
Or in the love we fear
Or in the love we are afraid of
When the call is calling us
When we feel the pull of the call
'Till the fear will disappear
So that our fear may dissipate
When we have no dance to dance
When we have nothing to express ourselves with
The call is in the song
That's when the call becomes a melody
When we have no voice to sing
When we are left voiceless
Then the call is calling strong
The call grows stronger
Open your heart
Be open, allow yourself to feel
I am calling you
For I am calling to you
And you will find the answer
Only then will you discover the solution
To the Call!
To that which is calling you!
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BRENDAN GRAHAM, DAVID DOWNES, DAVID ANTHONY DOWNES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Wendy-og2bv
The Call
Sometimes in this life we hear
Calling from somewhere
Sometimes it is loud and clear
Sometimes it's so softly there
Sometimes it is in the sea
Sometimes in the sky
Sometimes it's in you and me
Sometimes it's a cry
Open your heart
I am calling you
Right from the very start
Your wounded heart was calling, too
Open your arms
You will find the answer
When you answer to the Call
Sometimes it is in desire
Or in the love we fear
When the call is calling us
'Till the fear will disappear
When we have no dance to dance
The call is in the song
When we have no voice to sing
Then the call is calling strong
Open your heart
I am calling you
Right from the very start
Your wounded heart was calling, too
Open your arms
You will find the answer
When you answer to the Call
Open your heart
I am calling you
Right from the very start
Your wounded heart was calling, too
Open your arms
You will find the answer
When you answer to the Call
Open your heart, your heart
And you will find the answer
When you answer the call
@gegeford4475
Their voices are just timeless. This is one of my best songs they did together
@athathsonty2925
Every time I watch any of Celtic Woman Videos, I end up totally mesmerized - they are so graceful, joyous, soul stirring and uplifting. Very Gifted Artistes.
@johnsnyder3490
The first time I heard CW was on a PBS special and they brought me to tears. Yes, they sing like angels! They are so beautiful and genuine!
@tiameckle137
This is my top favorite song. All of the Celtic Woman have beautiful voices. I listen to them all the time.
@jsmith42690
Nothing, I repeat, nothing, beats the power of some women's voices. I love this sort of music!
@robevans5507
the irish are just something else
@janetblanc7658
@@robevans5507 we are that alright, hopefully always in a good way! 😃
@lifeisagift.cherisheverymoment
Celtic Woman is as beautiful to watch their videos as it is beautiful to listen to their Angelic Voices.
@691funman
Never in my life have I stumbled across such a wonderful experience as this .This production CELTIC WOMAN is exquisite .The girls are gorgeous , the gowns beautiful and the songs so fabulous .They often bring me close to tears .I HAVE TO see one of their concerts this year .
Not forgetting the wonderful musicians and of course David D - WELL DONE PEOPLE !!!
ALEX - YOU are so beautiful .
Absolutely fabulous ......thank you all for bringing so much joy into my life .... stay safe .
@macaelatice-loma1048
really well said!! its such a experience watching a live production of the girls... just magical!!