The following year she scored her third and final UK top ten hit with the single 'D-Days' from her album 'Sons And Lovers.'
Her recent work has included acoustic performances with harpist Cormac De Barra and an autobiographical stage show, "Beyond Breaking Glass".
Glass Houses
Hazel O'Connor Lyrics
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Make a way for the queen
He's got the most spectacular wardrobe you've ever seen
So what if he bleaches his hair
And dresses are what he likes to wear
Who are you to say what he should do
People in glass houses don't throw stones, no, no, no
And you say he's a fool
And you make this supposition cause you know he never went to school
So what if he can't do this two times two
He can do other things you can't do, I can't do, you can't do
People in glass houses don't throw stones, no, no, no
People in glass houses don't throw stones, no, no, no
Hazel O'Connor's song "Glass Houses" is a commentary on society's judgment and persecution of those who dare to be different. The song starts by challenging the listener to accept those who don't fit into the societal norms. The opening lyrics "Make a way for the queen, He's got the most spectacular wardrobe you've ever seen" highlight the desire for people to express themselves as they wish without being ridiculed. The use of "the queen" in the lyrics could be a metaphor for anyone who identifies themselves as being different and is often ostracized by society. The song goes on to suggest that people should accept others for who they are, regardless of their appearance or personality, as the judgment and hostility that people often project towards others only serves to create divisions within society.
The chorus of the song "People in glass houses don't throw stones, no, no, no" reiterates the idea that society needs to stop judging others, especially when they themselves have their own flaws and imperfections. People who live in glass houses cannot throw stones at others, as this will only lead to more broken glass houses. The song then further challenges the listener to rethink their assessments of people, especially those who may appear to lack conventional intelligence or abilities, as these individuals can often possess enormous gifts and talents.
Overall, Hazel O'Connor's "Glass Houses" is a powerful message that encourages people to embrace diversity and to let go of the harmful prejudices they harbor towards those who do not conform to the norms that society prescribes.
Line by Line Meaning
Make a way for the queen
Let the individual express themselves in their own way
He's got the most spectacular wardrobe you've ever seen
Appreciate the uniqueness of the individual and their choices
So what if he bleaches his hair
It doesn't matter if the individual chooses to alter their appearance
And dresses are what he likes to wear
The individual should be able to express themselves through their clothing
Who are you to say what he should do
It is not up to others to dictate how someone should live their life
People in glass houses don't throw stones, no, no, no
Those who are vulnerable or have their own flaws should not judge others
And you say he's a fool
Some may belittle the individual for being different
And you make this supposition cause you know he never went to school
Education does not determine one's worth or ability to succeed in life
So what if he can't do this two times two
The individual may have limitations or weaknesses, but they can still contribute in other ways
He can do other things you can't do, I can't do, you can't do
The individual has their own unique talents and abilities
People in glass houses don't throw stones, no, no, no
Those who are vulnerable or have their own flaws should not judge others
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HAZEL THEREASA O'CONNOR
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