He has played at numerous festivals including Tavistock, Glasgowbury Music Festival, Gasyard Feile and Derry Feis (which he has won numerous times). Keith counts legends like Led Zeppelin, Fleetwood Mac, John Martyn, Nick Drake, The Kinks, The Beatles, The Beachboys, Tom Waits, Jack Johnson and Paul Brady as musical influences. BBC Radio Ulster even called him the 'Irish Jack Johnson'.
Keith received his biggest break when he auditioned for Celtic Thunder (a.k.a. Celtic Man) in Dublin and won a spot in the quintet. His song, 'Lauren & I', was even chosen as one of his solos during the shows.
Keith is an avid surfer and a lover of Guinness, WOMEN and traditional Irish music.
Rosa
Keith Harkin Lyrics
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And never break it
I know you'll be back soon
How long's it this time
Another lifetime
All I want is to be with you
So hold me in your arms
When will you come back to me
I'm falling for you now
I'm falling for you now
I'm Gonna catch the world for you
Wrap it up, it's all for you
I've fallng for you now
I'm making my way back home
Just to see your face
Rosa, Rosa
Now don't you worry
I never left you
I am the angel by your side
We've made this promise
We'll never break it
Your in my heart
Your always on my mind
So hold me in your arms
Don't let go, take me with you
When will you come back to me
I'm Falling for you now
You know I'm falling for you now
I'm gonna catch the world for you
And wrap it up, it's all for you
I'm falling for you now
I'm making my way back home
Just to see your face
Rosa, Rosa, Rosa, Rosa
Now don't you worry
I've never left you
The song "Rosa" by Keith Harkin is a heartfelt love song that tells the story of two people who are separated but deeply in love with each other. The song starts with the promise of being there for each other and never breaking it. The singer knows that his lover will be coming back soon, but he's unsure of how long it will take. He yearns to be with her, and he pleads with her to hold him in her arms and not let go.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "I'm falling for you now" several times, signifying the emotional depth of the singer's love. He wants to catch the world for her and wrap it up, signifying that he's willing to go to any lengths to make her happy. The second verse talks about how the singer had never left his lover and that he's always been with her as an angel on her side. He assures her that they've made a promise and that he'll never break it. The song ends with the repeated chorus and the name "Rosa," signifying the deep love and affection the singer has for his lover.
Overall, the song is a beautiful representation of love, and the lyrics convey the emotions of separation and longing for a loved one. It captures the intensity of love and the extent to which someone can go for their significant other.
Line by Line Meaning
Now keep this promise
Let's both promise to never leave each other ever again.
And never break it
Let's not allow anything to come in between our love and trust for each other.
I know you'll be back soon
I have faith in our love and in you, that you will return to me soon.
How long's it this time
Out of curiosity, can you let me know how long you will be gone this time?
Another lifetime
Even if it takes a lifetime, I am willing to wait for you and be with you.
All I want is to be with you
You are my world and all I ever want is to be with you, forever.
So hold me in your arms
I want to feel your love and warmth, hold me in your arms tightly.
Don't let go, take me with you...
Please don't ever leave me alone, take me with you wherever you go.
When will you come back to me
I am eagerly waiting for your return, when are you coming back to me?
I'm falling for you now
I am deeply and madly falling in love with you, right now.
I'm Gonna catch the world for you
I can do anything for you, even if it means catching the world for you.
Wrap it up, it's all for you
Whatever I have, whatever this world has, I want to wrap it all up and give it to you.
I've fallen for you now
I have fallen deeply and irrevocably in love with you, right now.
I'm making my way back home
I am coming back to where my heart belongs, to you, my love.
Just to see your face
The only reason I am returning is to see your beautiful face and be with you.
Rosa, Rosa
I am reaffirming my love for you, my Rosa.
Now don't you worry
Please don't ever worry about our love, it's strong and true.
I never left you
I may have physically left, but I was always with you in my heart and thoughts.
I am the angel by your side
I want to be your protector and support, your guardian angel.
We've made this promise
Together, we promised to never let anything come between our love for each other, to always trust and support each other.
Your in my heart
You are always and forever in my heart, my love.
Your always on my mind
No matter where I go or what I do, you are always on my mind.
Rosa, Rosa, Rosa, Rosa
I want to emphasize and remind myself of our love for each other.
Writer(s): Brian Byrne Copyright: Downtown Music Publishing LLC
Contributed by Hunter B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.