A stunning vocalist, Hannigan regularly performed live with Rice from early 2001 until March 2007 when Rice's official website announced that his professional relationship with Hannigan had "run its creative course". During 2005 Hannigan and Rice co-wrote Unplayed Piano which was released to support the Free Aung San Suu Kyi 60th Birthday Campaign. Hannigan also appeared on backing vocals on Mic Christopher's album Skylarkin, as well as the soundtrack to "Goldfish Memory".
In 2006 Hannigan featured as part of The Cake Sale, a collective of mostly Irish, but featuring some international artists, formed by Brian Crosby of Bell X1. On 3rd November 2006 they released a self-titled album in Ireland to raise money for Oxfam and the Irish Make Trade Fair campaign. The album was so successful that it was given an international release the following year; released 10th September 2007 in the UK and 16th October 2007 in the US.
Hannigan has since gone on to pursue her own solo career, releasing her first album Sea Sew in Ireland on September 12th 2008, debuting at number 4 and earning her a Choice Music Prize nomination, two Meteor Music Award nominations and has been shortlisted for the Mercury Prize 2009. The album's first single was Lille followed by I Don't Know.
Sea Sew got an official US release on February 3rd 2009 and a UK release on May 4th 2009. On 21 July 2009, two days after a triumphant performance in torrential rain at the Latitude Festival, it was announced that Sea Sew had been nominated for the prestigious Mercury Music Prize in the UK.
The O Sleep Songfacts reports that Hannigan began writing for her second album in late 2009 and only completed it in March 2011. However, she and producer Joe Henry spent a mere week laying down the tracks in Wales. Passenger was released in the US and Canada on September 20, 2011 and in the Republic of Ireland on October 7, 2011.
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Splishy Splashy
Lisa Hannigan Lyrics
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Waiting for some sky.
We're all laughing, we're all faking
Just to see you smile.
She waits her turn she waits her time,
And all her love it sings it shines
Frozen up the stairs.
Hollow but so normal
When she needs a piece of care.
She waits her turn she waits her time,
And all her love It sings it shines.
The lyrics to Lisa Hannigan's "Splishy Splashy" represent the mundane routine of life while longing for something more. The singer is encouraging someone to surface slowly and take their time, hoping that they will eventually reach the sky. Everyone is putting on a facade of happiness just to see the person smile, showing that the reality of life can be harsh and difficult. The second stanza speaks directly to a woman who is waiting for her turn to receive love and attention. The imagery of love singing and shining suggests that this love is something beautiful and desirable, but out of reach. The lyrics then shift to the woman going about her daily routine of having coffee and taking a shower. Even though she may seem hollow and normal, she still longs for a piece of care and affection.
Overall, the song portrays the monotony of life and the desire for something more meaningful. It speaks to the feeling of being stuck in a routine and longing for love and connection, even though it may seem unattainable.
Line by Line Meaning
Surface slowly at your own speed
Take your time and come up to the surface when you're ready.
Waiting for some sky.
Looking and hoping for something better.
We're all laughing, we're all faking
We pretend to be happy to bring a smile on her face.
Just to see you smile.
Making her happy is all we want.
She waits her turn she waits her time,
She's taking her time and waiting for the right moment.
And all her love it sings it shines
Her love is strong, pure and bright.
Have your coffee, splishy splashy
Drink your coffee and enjoy the moment.
Frozen up the stairs.
Feeling stuck and hesitant about something.
Hollow but so normal
Feeling empty, but pretending everything is fine.
When she needs a piece of care.
In need of love and affection.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: LISA MARGARET HANNIGAN
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@alealj6788
Surface slowly at your own speed
Waiting for some sky.
We're all laughing, we're all faking
Just to see you smile.
She waits her turn she waits her time,
And all her love it sings it shines
Have your coffee, splishy splashy
Frozen up the stairs.
Hollow but so normal
When she needs a piece of care.
She waits her turn she waits her time,
And all her love It sings it shines.
@fdo060988
It's so amazing the atmosphere you people create when you play... You're amazing... I admire you. I have nothing to say of the way you play music, it's perfect. Great musicians all of you. And Lisa's voice it's close to perfection, so soft and relaxing... I just love it. Greetings from Chile, the chili-shaped country :)
@dangloverenator
Maaaaan I love this band. I must confess that I was worried when I heard about the split with Damien, but I got the album yesterday and I was/am entranced! Just incredible. Seriously, everyone who reads this, BUY the album!!
@nineoneoh
love this song, her music is so comforting and happy
@dillsnufus
i hope these videos are released on dvd
@alealj6788
Surface slowly at your own speed
Waiting for some sky.
We're all laughing, we're all faking
Just to see you smile.
She waits her turn she waits her time,
And all her love it sings it shines
Have your coffee, splishy splashy
Frozen up the stairs.
Hollow but so normal
When she needs a piece of care.
She waits her turn she waits her time,
And all her love It sings it shines.
@blazinboomer
her drummer always uses the cutest stuff to get a beat.
@eimzerz
Lovely! Especially lovely as its dedicated to Miic Christopher
@user-cq3mn5po8t
She is the most dreamlike singer who I've seen ever so far..
I don't know how to explain her atmosphere...
@kimloanvuong5235
much like Dawn Mitchelle or Mindy Gledhill ( sometimes ) or Fiest, or Norah Jones. I don't mean to compare anyone, I think they're all wonderful artists
@Merchantic
+SU JEONG CRYSTAL AN i would call it fluffy like a cloud