Before finding solo fame he was a member of blues-rock band Taste.
In 1972 he was voted Melody Maker's Top Musician of the Year, dethroning Eric Clapton.
Rory died of complications following a liver transplant in 1995. As the funeral cortege moved through the streets of Cork, his life and music was celebrated by the city's citizens. He is buried in St. Oliver's Cemetery just outside the city.
Generally regarded as one of the top ten guitarists ever, many of today's top musicians, including The Edge from U2, Slash of Guns N' Roses, Johnny Marr of the Smiths and Brian May of Queen cite Rory as an inspiration in their formative musical years. It is also well documented that the Rolling Stones auditioned Rory for the band as their permanent guitarist in the '70s but he refused on the basis that it was against all he believed in terms of his own name and style. Though Rory Gallagher never released a single, Rory Gallagher's albums have sold in excess of 30 million copies worldwide.
A square in Cork City was named after him in 1997 and signature edition of his Fender Stratocaster guitar was released as well.
In 2002 he appeared on a Republic of Ireland postage stamp.
There is a Rory Gallagher Corner at Meeting House Square in Temple Bar, Dublin.
On the 19th May 2006, a life-size bronze statue in the shape of his Stratocaster has been installed at this very corner. Some of those who attended the unveiling include The Edge of U2 and the Lord Mayor of Dublin.
There’s another artist with the same name:
(2) Rory Gallagher is a 21 year old Cardiff based Trance Producer/DJ hailing from London, U.K. He is also known as Rozza.
Whilst living in Ireland, Rory found himself instantly hooked to trance music after hearing Paul van Dyk's 'For an Angel' and the classic Ireland 'Euphoria' album back in 2003. After many years of absorbing to electronic music and developing a fine taste for it, he decided to try his hand at creating the music. In 2005, whilst learning the basics of production, Rozza decided that trance music was what he wanted to do and was constantly in his home studio, experimenting with fresh sounds and ideas.
Looking at the bigger picture, he decided to focus on production & sound engineering and as a result is now studying for a Music Technology degree.
In early 2007, after catching the attention of Adam White, Rozza was signed up to Emalodic (Adam White's label) and saw his debut single released. His first record, titled 'Discover', gained excellent reviews in the dance press and support from the biggest DJs the world-over.
Since then Rozza has had a number of successful releases on Alter Ego, Deepblue, Infrasonic & Emalodic amongst others, which have all had big support from key players in the scene.
Rozza has also been working with the likes of Adam White, which led to the massive ‘Love Angles’ and was heavily supported on Radio 1 and by Armin Van Burren. Recently he has worked with Danish producer Daniel Kandi on a remix of ‘The Path’.
On the DJ circuit Rozza has held a residency in Newport Wales, and has played at various nights in Thailand, Europe and around the UK.
As The Crow Flies
Rory Gallagher Lyrics
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Will I ain't so far from you
As the crow flies, baby
Will I ain't so far from you
But since I don't have wings
I can't get home as fast as I want to
As the crow flies, baby
As the crow flies, baby
Will I ain't so far from you
But since I don't have wings
I can't get home as fast as I want to
In a dream last night
Where I heard you call my name
In a dream last night
Where I heard you call my name
Well, I took it as an omen
And I jumped on the very first weight train
Yeah, as the crow flies
Well, you don't know baby
How I miss you sweet caress
Well, you don't know baby
How I miss you sweet caress
When I'm in your lovin' arms
I swear I make my very best
As the crow flies, baby
That's how I'm on my way
As the crow flies, baby
I'm on my way
But don't stop runnin'
I can get home for the break of day
Get home for the break of day
Get home for the break of day
Get home for the break of day
Get home for the break of day
Get home for the break of day
Get home for the break of day
Get home for the break of day
Rory Gallagher's "As The Crow Flies" is a poignant love song about distance and longing. The singer is separated from his lover and pines for her every moment of the day. In the first verse, he acknowledges that they don't live so far apart if they measure it "as the crow flies," but unfortunately, he does not possess wings, and therefore, he can't get home as quickly as he wants to. He continues to lament his distance from his partner throughout the song, explaining that he takes any sign of their union as an implicit sign to make the trip.
In the second verse, he tells of a dream he had where he heard his significant other call out his name. He knows it is an omen that he needs to make the treacherous journey to be reunited with his love. He jumps on a weight train, knowing it is his only chance to get there. In the final verse, he proclaims how much he misses his partner's touch and how it makes him his best self. The chorus comes back around, and he repeats that he's on his way home, asking her to not stop running, for he will not be home until the break of day.
Overall, "As The Crow Flies" uses the imagery of a crow's ability to fly in a straight line to juxtapose the physical and emotional distance between two lovers. The song's protagonist powerfully communicates how his desire to be reunited with his partner fuels his every move.
Line by Line Meaning
As the crow flies, baby
Although I am not physically close to you, I feel connected and drawn to you.
Will I ain't so far from you
While we may be separated by distance, I feel emotionally close to you.
But since I don't have wings
I cannot travel to where you are as quickly as I would like to.
In a dream last night
I had a vivid dream in which I heard you calling my name.
Where I heard you call my name
I felt a deep connection to you and a sense of urgency to be with you.
Well, I took it as an omen
The dream inspired me to take action and do whatever it takes to be with you.
And I jumped on the very first weight train
I got on a train as soon as possible and headed in your direction.
Well, you don't know baby
I miss you more than I could ever express in words.
How I miss you sweet caress
I long to feel your touch and be in your warm embrace.
When I'm in your lovin' arms
Being close to you brings out the best in me and makes me feel complete.
That's how I'm on my way
I am doing everything I can to be with you as soon as possible.
But don't stop runnin'
Keep waiting for me, don't give up hope that I will arrive soon.
I can get home for the break of day
I will make it to you as soon as I possibly can, even if it means arriving in the early hours of the morning.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: TONY JOE WHITE
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