About 10 years later, he first started with small performances in churches and the like until he finally released his next solo record in 2015 "Human". Aged 37 meanwhile, he decided to leave the childish sounding nick Paddy behind and has switched to his full given name. He's still called Paddy by friends, fans, family and colleagues.
In 2016 he released "Ruah" , followed by "iD" in 2017.
All of his solo albums had notable success in Germany with "Human" and "iD" reaching top ten.
Michael Patrick is married and lives in Dublin. Because of his solo career (touring in 2017/2018) he did not join the reunion of The Kelly Family in 2017. He is also a part of the German music tv show "Sing meinen Song" (Sing my Song) where several musicians cover songs of each other (and other artists) and interpret them in new ways.
So Beautiful
Michael Patrick Kelly Lyrics
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Oh, gentle lover in the art
See in the dark
A little diamond shining star
You're so beautiful
Oh so luminous
You're unbreakable
I saw you then, I see you now
Oh, bitter truth in your eyes
You clear the chaos
Oh day of days, night of nights
You're so beautiful
Oh so luminous
You're unbreakable
Oh so beautiful
Beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful
You're so beautiful
Oh so luminous
The lyrics of Michael Patrick Kelly's So Beautiful convey a message of admiration and love for someone who is absolutely stunning, both inside and out. The metaphor of the ruby stone reflecting one's heart signifies the value and importance of emotions and inner beauty, which are just as precious as physical appearance. The repetition of the phrase "Oh so beautiful" highlights the singer's intense appreciation for the person's qualities, as well as their resilience and strength as expressed by the line "You're unbreakable." Furthermore, the lyrics suggest that the person being addressed has a remarkable ability to see through darkness and chaos and bring clarity, as affirmed by the lines "You clear the chaos / Oh day of days, night of nights."
The second half of the song seems to address the passage of time and the truthfulness that it brings. The reference to the "bitter truth" in someone's eyes speaks to the idea that as time goes on, one becomes more aware of the difficulties and challenges in the world. Nevertheless, the chorus continues to repeat the words "beautiful" and "luminous," suggesting that the person remains a shining light despite the darkness. The final repetition of the word "beautiful" is particularly poignant, emphasizing the importance of simplicity and sincerity in expressing love and appreciation. Overall, the song's lyrics paint a picture of someone who is admirable, inspiring, and truly beloved.
Line by Line Meaning
The ruby stone reflects your heart
Comparing someone's heart to a ruby that reflects their true self
Oh, gentle lover in the art
Addressing this person as a gentle lover who is skilled in the art of love
See in the dark
Inviting the listener to see things that aren't immediately apparent
A little diamond shining star
Describing this person as a bright, shining star that's like a small diamond
You're so beautiful
Expressing admiration for this person's beauty
Oh so luminous
Adding extra emphasis to the person's luminosity, or glow
You're unbreakable
Suggesting that this person is strong, resilient, and difficult to break
Oh so beautiful
Repeating the artist's sentiment of admiration
I saw you then, I see you now
The artist has known this person for a long time and still sees their true self
Oh, bitter truth in your eyes
There is a sadness or harshness in this person's eyes that reveals difficult truths
You clear the chaos
This person brings order to the chaos and helps people navigate difficult situations
Oh day of days, night of nights
Using hyperbole to describe how important this person is in the artist's life
Beautiful, beautiful
Affirming again how beautiful this person is
Beautiful, beautiful
Repeating the sentiment again for emphasis
Beautiful, beautiful
Third time repeating the sentiment
Beautiful, beautiful
Fourth time
Beautiful, beautiful
Fifth time
Beautiful, beautiful
Sixth time
Beautiful, beautiful
Seventh time
Beautiful
Reiterating how truly beautiful this person is
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Michael Patrick Kelly, Alex Beitzke, Bradley Spence
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