Dolores O'Riordan was the youngest of seven born and raised in Ballybricken, Limerick, Ireland. In 1990 she auditioned and won the role of lead singer for a band called The Cranberry Saw Us (later changed to The Cranberries). The band released five albums before they took a break in 2003.
Her first solo album Are You Listening? was released in May 2007. Her second solo album No Baggage was released in August 2009.
While in London, England, for a short recording session, Dolores died suddenly on 15 January 2018 aged 46. The cause of death was drowning due to alcohol intoxication.
'Dolores was discovered “submerged in the bath” at the time she was found, and an examination of her body found no signs of injury or self-harm. There was a bottle of champagne, as well as five miniature bottles of alcohol, plus containers of prescription drugs. The toxicology report showed that Dolores’ blood had “therapeutic” levels of medication, but her alcohol level was astronomically high — four times over the legal limit of driving.'
The Journey
Dolores O'Riordan Lyrics
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I saw you pointing towards the sun
I know I am not the only one standing here
And in the darkness I was walking through the night
I could see your guiding light, very clear
This is your life
This is your moment
This is your moment
na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, na-na-na
na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, na-na-na
When I was weak we both went walking on the sand
We were walking hand in hand it appeared
Once set our footprints when you carried me along
It was then that I abandoned my fears
This is your life
This is your moment
This is your life
This is your moment
na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, na-na-na
na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, na-na-na
This is your life
This is your moment
This is your life
This is your moment
This is your moment
This is your life, your life
This is your time
The Journey is a song by Dolores O'Riordan that talks about finding direction and hope, even when one is lost. The opening line immediately sets the mood for the rest of the song, with the singer recalling a time when she felt lost and saw someone pointing towards the sun. It is unclear who this person is, but their presence acts as a guiding light in her darkness. The singer acknowledges that she is not the only one standing here, suggesting that others may be lost or looking for direction as well.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "This is your life, this is your moment," highlighting the importance of taking control of one's own life and living in the present moment. The repetition of the phrase emphasizes the urgency of the message and encourages listeners to seize the opportunities in front of them.
The second verse mentions the singer walking hand in hand with someone on the sand, again providing a metaphor for a journey or a path that two people are walking together. This partnership helps her overcome her fears and move forward with a sense of purpose.
Overall, The Journey is a song about finding direction and hope, and seizing the opportunities that life presents in order to live life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
When I was lost
When I felt helpless and unsure of my path in life
I saw you pointing towards the sun
I saw you guiding me towards a brighter path and a better future
I know I am not the only one standing here
I realize that I am not alone, others face similar struggles to mine
And in the darkness I was walking through the night
I was struggling and facing a difficult time in my life
I could see your guiding light, very clear
I had hope and faith that you would lead me through my difficult time
When I was weak we both went walking on the sand
During a time when I felt vulnerable and helpless, we took a walk on the beach together
We were walking hand in hand it appeared
We were walking together, united and supportive of each other
Once set our footprints when you carried me along
You took care of me and helped me make progress in my life, leaving a lasting impact on both of us
It was then that I abandoned my fears
Through your support and care, I was able to overcome my fears and face my challenges head-on
This is your life
This is your journey through life, unique to you and shaped by your experiences
This is your moment
This is your opportunity to take control of your life and make the most of your experiences
This is your time
This is your chance to live your best life and pursue your dreams
na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, na-na-na
Instrumental break
This is your life, your life
This is your unique journey through life, and it is up to you to shape it in the way that you want
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Brian J. Culbertson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Neko Yama
DOLORES O'RIORDAN
The Journey Lyrics
When I was lost
I saw you pointing towards the sun
I know I am not the only one standing here
And in the darkness I was walking through the night
I could see your guiding light, very clear
This is your life
This is your moment
This is your life
This is your moment
When I was weak we both went walking on the sand
We were walking hand in hand it appeared
Once set our footprints when you carried me along
It was then that I abandoned my fears
This is your life
This is your moment
This is your life
This is your moment
This is your life
This is your moment
This is your life
This is your moment
This is your moment
This is your life
Your life
This is your time
Álvaro Armeloni
Não tem como não amar!! Amor Eterno!! ♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏🎸🎸🎸🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
Suzannah
RIP Dolores O’Riordan!!!! Thank you for gracing this planet with your presence and beauty...
Nature Miracles
I’ve looked a pictures of her and Jena Malone and can’t tell which is which
Tiasha Chakraborty
Heard once or twice when I was a child of 12 or 13 years and never forgot the melody. Today I found this song again ❤
Emmanuel Cortes
Te extraño mucho.... Tu voz y tu música la llevo siempre en mi corazón
coxaubberalles
Rest in Peace Dolores! Thank you for sharing your talent with us! Hope you are ok wherever you are! We love you.
M.L
legends never die, you'll always be on my mind, and I'll love you till the end of time....rest in peace angel :(
Роман Смеречинський
Як же я любив і люблю її і поважаю! Зараз слухаю і плачу незважаючи що мені майже 40
Julimar Mara
Dolores era uma linda, pricesa de Deus 🙌🙌
Julimar Mara
Muito especial minha linda vc ,se foi cedo de mais 😔😔😔