Black was born into a musical family. Her father had been a fiddler, her mother a singer, and her brothers have their own group. She sang in her family's group in her youth.
In 1975 Black joined a small folk band called General Humbert, with whom she toured Europe and released two albums, in 1975 and 1978. In 1982 she developed a professional relationship with musician/producer Declan Sinnott and recorded her first solo album, Mary Black.
She went on to play in other groups including the traditional Irish band De Dannan from 1984-1986. After 1986 she had a successful solo career where she went on to try contemporary styles ranging from jazz to country. She was named "Best Female Artist" in the IRMA poll in 1987, 1988, 1992, 1994 and 1996.
She is married to Joe O'Reilly of Dara Records and they have three children. Her son Danny is a member of the Irish rock band The Coronas, while her daughter Róisín is performing under the name Róisín O.
For a number of years, "What Hi-Fi?" magazine considered Black's voice to be so pure that it was used as an audiophile benchmark for comparing the sound quality of different high fidelity systems.
Discography
* 1983 Mary Black
* 1984 Collected
* 1985 Without the Fanfare
* 1987 By the Time it Gets Dark
* 1989 No Frontiers
* 1991 Babes in the Wood
* 1992 The Collection
* 1993 The Holy Ground
* 1995 Circus
* 1997 Shine
* 1999 Speaking with the Angel
* 2001 The Best of Mary Black 1991-2001 & Hidden Harvest
* 2003 Mary Black Live
* 2005 Full Tide
* 2008 Twenty-Five Years Twenty-Five Songs
* 2011 Stories from the Steeples
Just Around The Corner
Mary Black Lyrics
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To say you're all alone
There will be a change of season
That'll win a heart of stone
[Chorus]
Love is just around the corner
And standing out of view
For you
I can see a smile tomorrow
A reason to go on
'Cause the sky is always darkest
Before the new day dawns
[Chorus]
Don't ever stop believing
The sun is going to shine
'Cause it's worth giving and receiving
If you only give it time
[Chorus]
Don't think you've found salvation
Or that the day is won
When you reach your destination
The journey's just begun
[Chorus]
Love is just around the corner
For you
For you
The song "Just Around the Corner" by Mary Black is a hopeful message to those who might feel alone or lost, that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. The song suggests that no one is truly alone, and that even the hardest of hearts can be won over by the changing of seasons. The first verse reminds us that even when we feel despair, we can look forward to a change in life. The chorus repeats the message that love is "just around the corner," meaning that there is always hope for a brighter future, even when things seem difficult.
The second verse of the song encourages us to keep going, even when things seem dark, as there is always a reason to smile and to believe in better days. The chorus echoes the sentiment that love and happiness are just around the corner, even if we can't yet see it. The final verse reminds us that even when we feel we have achieved something great, the journey is never really over, and there is always more to strive for. The message of the song is one of hope, perseverance, and faith in a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
You've got no reason
There is no need for you to feel alone or hopeless.
To say you're all alone
It is not necessary for you to express the idea that you feel lonely.
There will be a change of season
The situation that you are currently in is temporary and will change.
That'll win a heart of stone
The change of season will have a positive impact on even the toughest of people.
Love is just around the corner
Love is close by and available to you.
And standing out of view
Even though you may not be able to see it, love is present and waiting for you.
I can see a smile tomorrow
A brighter future is ahead of you, and you can visualize happiness in your future.
A reason to go on
You have a motivation to keep moving forward.
'Cause the sky is always darkest
The lowest point often occurs just before things start to improve.
Before the new day dawns
After the darkest moments, a new beginning or a fresh start may occur.
Don't ever stop believing
You must continue to have faith even when things seem difficult.
The sun is going to shine
Things will get better and happiness will return.
'Cause it's worth giving and receiving
Love is valuable both when it is given and when it is received.
If you only give it time
Positive outcomes can take time, but they will eventually come to fruition.
Don't think you've found salvation
Do not believe that everything is fixed or that problems are solved forever.
Or that the day is won
Do not think that you have achieved everything you need to achieve or that all your goals are completed.
When you reach your destination
Once you achieve your objectives or reach your goals.
The journey's just begun
There will always be new challenges and opportunities in every aspect and phase of life.
Love is just around the corner
Love is within reach and obtainable for everyone.
For you
For every single person, regardless of where you are in life.
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TheLions1957
She always sings with so much heart.
Annie Hogan
Stunning arrangement and voice Mary Black! Thank you and so beautiful!
Graham Bennett
There's not much that can match Mary's beautiful vocals.
Robert Righetti
I play this piece in my car often on my CD player. A beautiful and amazing song by a beautiful and amazing singer! Mary made this song ripple with truth!
Karo
What a beautiful soul 💜
Jane Friel
I was at this concert.Certainly one of the best.The Ulster Hall has such a wonderful vibe.I have seen Mary Black many, many times.If I look back on life these concerts and the singing of Mary Black have been a highlight.Thank you Ms. Black and band.☘️
Thomas Boehm
@Jane Friel it is on it !
Jane Friel
@Marco Polo The voice deteriorates with age.I could sing when i was younger but would struggle now.Mary Black still sounds good but she like the rest of us is aging. Her children are all singers now.Like my children middle aged. Time waits for no man.
Jane Friel
@Thomas Boehm You must.No question. Make it part of your bucket list.
Marco Polo
I am very envious of you Jane. I absolutely love Mary and her work. But to be fair, I saw her a few years ago in Utrecht and it wasn't as magical as I would have hoped (understandable, as everyone ages). Still love her old recordings.