Hozier was born in Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland. His mother is the visual artist Raine Hozier-Byrne (who also designed his latest album cover). He began a degree in music at Trinity College, Dublin, but dropped out midway through his first year in order to record demos for Universal Music. While at Trinity, he became involved with the Trinity Orchestra. He was a member of Anúna from 2008 to 2012, and appears as a soloist on their 2012 release "Illumination" singing "La Chanson de Mardi Gras". He toured and sang with the group internationally including performances in Norway and the Netherlands.
In 2013, Hozier released the EP "Take Me to Church EP" (also containing "Like Real People Do", "Angel of Small Death and The Codeine Scene" and a live version of "Cherry Wine"), with the title track becoming his breakthrough single after it went viral on YouTube. It reached number one on the Irish iTunes singles chart and number two in the official chart on 25 October 2013.
Hozier followed up Take Me to Church with the new EP "From Eden EP" (also containing "Work Song", "Arsonist's Lullabye" and a live version of "To Be Alone"), and a number of festival tour dates and television appearances in the United States. Hozier released his self-titled album, "Hozier" on 19 September 2014. It had five singles including "Take Me to Church", "Work Song", and "From Eden", which were hits on his earlier EPs. On December 2014, it was announced that "Take Me to Church" was nominated at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards for Song of the Year in 2015.
In September 2018, he released an EP titled Nina Cried Power and featured the title track as a single, reaching number one on the Billboard Adult Alternative Songs chart. He released his second album, Wasteland, Baby! in March 2019, which debuted atop the Irish Albums Chart and the Billboard 200, and has since been certified gold in the U.S.
Say My Name
Hozier Lyrics
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"Baby, how's your day?"
But today, ain't the same
Every other word is "Uh-huh", "Yeah ok"
Could it be that you are in the crib with another lady?
If you took it there, first of all, let me say
That I am not the one to sit around and be played
So prove yourself to me, if I'm the girl that you claim
I know you say that I am assuming things
Something's going down that's the way it seems
Shouldn't be the reason why you're acting strange
If nobody's holding you back from me
'Cause I know how you usually do
Saying everything to me times two
Why don't you just tell the truth?
If somebody's there then tell me who
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change?
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
What a sudden change
What is up with this?
Tell the truth, who you with?
How would you like it if I came over with my clique?
Don't try to change it now, saying you gotta bounce
When two seconds ago you said you just got in the house
I know you say that I am assuming things
Something's going down that's the way it seems
Shouldn't be the reason that you're acting strange
If nobody's holding you back from me
'Cause I know how you usually do
Saying everything to me times two
Why don't you just tell the truth?
If somebody's there then tell me who
Say my name, say my name
When no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change?
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
What a sudden change
Say my name
Say my name
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Say my name
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Say my name
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
When no one is around you
Say baby I love you (Say my name)
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change?
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
What a sudden change
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change?
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Buddy say my name
The lyrics of Hozier's song "Say My Name" depict a situation where the singer is suspicious of their partner's behavior. The song suggests that on any other day, the partner would call and ask about the singer's well-being. However, on this particular day, the partner is distant and unresponsive. The repetition of "Uh-huh, yeah ok" implies disinterest and lack of engagement in the conversation. The singer begins to wonder if their partner is with another woman, expressing their unwillingness to be played or deceived.
The singer confronts their partner, urging them to prove their loyalty and faithfulness. They question why the partner is withholding affectionate words and actions, asking them to say the things they said yesterday. The singer acknowledges that they may be assuming things but points out the suspicious behavior, emphasizing that there shouldn't be a reason for the sudden change unless someone is holding their partner back.
In the second verse, the singer continues to question the partner's actions. They suggest that if the situation were reversed, and the singer introduced their own friends to the partner, the partner wouldn't be happy about it. The singer challenges the partner's attempt to change the subject, recounting how recently they claimed to have just arrived home. They express their frustrations and demand honesty.
Overall, "Say My Name" is a song about suspicion, doubt, and the need for open communication in a relationship. The lyrics highlight the singer's vulnerability and desire for transparency from their partner.
Line by Line Meaning
Any other day, you would call, you would say
On any other day, you would reach out and express your feelings
"Baby, how's your day?"
You would affectionately ask about my day
But today, ain't the same
However, today feels different
Every other word is "Uh-huh", "Yeah ok"
Your responses lack sincerity and genuine interest
Could it be that you are in the crib with another lady?
Is it possible that you're at home with another woman?
If you took it there, first of all, let me say
If this is the case, let me make it clear
That I am not the one to sit around and be played
I won't tolerate being deceived or toyed with
So prove yourself to me, if I'm the girl that you claim
Therefore, demonstrate your loyalty if I am truly the one you claim to love
Why don't you say the things that you said to me yesterday?
Why aren't you expressing the same affectionate words you spoke to me yesterday?
I know you say that I am assuming things
I understand that you accuse me of jumping to conclusions
Something's going down that's the way it seems
But based on the circumstances, it appears that something suspicious is happening
Shouldn't be the reason why you're acting strange
This shouldn't be the cause of your sudden strange behavior
If nobody's holding you back from me
If there's no one preventing you from being with me
'Cause I know how you usually do
Because I'm familiar with your typical behavior
Saying everything to me times two
You usually express everything to me in an exaggerated way
Why don't you just tell the truth?
Why don't you simply be honest?
If somebody's there then tell me who
If there is someone else, reveal their identity to me
Say my name, say my name
Address me by my name, acknowledge me
If no one is around you
If there's no one else with you
Say baby I love you
Express your love for me, call me 'baby'
If you ain't runnin' game
If you're not playing games or being dishonest
You actin' kinda shady
You're behaving suspiciously
Ain't callin' me baby
You're not affectionately addressing me as 'baby'
Why the sudden change?
What caused this abrupt shift in your behavior?
What is up with this?
What is the reason behind this situation?
Tell the truth, who you with?
Be honest, who are you with?
How would you like it if I came over with my clique?
Imagine how you would feel if I showed up with my group of friends
Don't try to change it now, saying you gotta bounce
Don't attempt to alter the situation by claiming you need to leave
When two seconds ago you said you just got in the house
Especially when moments ago you stated that you just arrived home
Say my name
Address me by my name
When no one is around you
When there's nobody else near you
Say baby I love you (Say my name)
Proclaim your love for me, call me 'baby' (Address me by my name)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Expressing agreement and confirmation
Say my name
Address me by my name
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Affirming and emphasizing the importance of saying my name
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Continuing to emphasize the significance of addressing me
Say my name
Address me by my name
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Continuing to emphasize the importance of saying my name
When no one is around you
When there's nobody else near you
Say baby I love you (Say my name)
Proclaim your love for me, call me 'baby' (Address me by my name)
Say my name, say my name
Address me by my name, acknowledge me
You actin' kinda shady
You're behaving suspiciously
Ain't callin' me baby
You're not affectionately addressing me as 'baby'
What a sudden change
Such an abrupt shift in behavior
Say my name, say my name
Address me by my name, acknowledge me
If no one is around you
If there's no one else with you
Say baby I love you
Express your love for me, call me 'baby'
If you ain't runnin' game
If you're not playing games or being dishonest
Say my name, say my name
Address me by my name, acknowledge me
You actin' kinda shady
You're behaving suspiciously
Ain't callin' me baby
You're not affectionately addressing me as 'baby'
What a sudden change
Such an abrupt shift in behavior
Say my name, say my name
Address me by my name, acknowledge me
If no one is around you
If there's no one else with you
Say baby I love you
Express your love for me, call me 'baby'
If you ain't runnin' game
If you're not playing games or being dishonest
Say my name, say my name
Address me by my name, acknowledge me
You actin' kinda shady
You're behaving suspiciously
Ain't callin' me baby
You're not affectionately addressing me as 'baby'
What a sudden change
Such an abrupt shift in behavior
Say my name, say my name
Address me by my name, acknowledge me
If no one is around you
If there's no one else with you
Say baby I love you
Express your love for me, call me 'baby'
If you ain't runnin' game
If you're not playing games or being dishonest
Say my name, say my name
Address me by my name, acknowledge me
You actin' kinda shady
You're behaving suspiciously
Ain't callin' me baby
You're not affectionately addressing me as 'baby'
Buddy say my name
Hey, just say my name
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Fred Jerkins Iii, Kelendria Rowland, Lashawn Ameen Daniels, Rodney Jerkins, Beyonce Knowles, Latavia Roberson, Letoya Luckett
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Shiva Shakti
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you, say, "Baby I love you"
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change?
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you, say, "Baby I love you"
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Betta say my name
Any other day I would call you would say
"Baby how's your day?" But today it ain't the same
Every other word is a uh hun, yeah okay
Could it be that you are at the crib wit another lady?
If you took it there, first of all let me say
"I am not the one to sit around and be played"
So prove yourself to me and the girl that your playin'
Why don't you say the things that you said to me yesterday?
Lyrics continue below
I know you sayin' I'm assuming things
Something's goin' down that's the way it seems
Shouldn't be a reason why your acting strange
Nobody's holding you back from me
'Cause I know how you usually do
When you sayin' everything to me times 2
Why can't you just tell the truth?
If somebody's there tell me who
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you, say, "Baby I love you"
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change?
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you, say, "Baby I love you"
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Betta say my name
What is up wit this, tell the truth who you with?
How would you like it if I came over wit my clique?
Don't try to change it, now see you got to bounce
When 2 seconds ago you said you just got in the house
It's so hard to believe that you were home by yourself
When I just heard the voice, heard the voice of someone else
Just this question, why do you feel you got to lie?
You caught up in your game, you cannot say my name
I know you sayin' I'm assuming things
Something's goin' down that's the way it seems
Shouldn't be a reason why your acting strange
If nobody's holding you back from me
'Cause I know how you usually do
When you sayin' everything to me times 2
Why can't you just tell the truth?
If somebody's there tell me who
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you, say, "Baby I love you"
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change?
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you, say, "Baby I love you"
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Betta say my name
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah
Oh
I know you sayin' I'm assuming things
Something's goin' down that's the way it seems
Shouldn't be a reason why your acting strange
If nobody's holding you back from me
'Cause I know how you usually do
When you sayin' everything to me times 2
Why can't you just tell the truth?
If somebody's there tell me who
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you, say, "Baby I love you"
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change?
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you, say, "Baby I love you"
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Betta say my name
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you, say, "Baby I love you"
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change?
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you, say, "Baby I love you"
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Betta say my name
Thou shall know she can't love you
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At this point, I’m convinced Hozier could sing the fucking alphabet and break my heart with it
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