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.
Easy Come Easy Go
Rory Gallagher Lyrics
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Now you're not so carefree.
You found the thorn behind the rose,
You took it, oh, so badly.
Lost inside yourself,
You've gotta break out soon.
You've gotta try again
Once easy come and easy go,
You just hear sad notes lately.
You used to fly and chase the wind,
I don't know you lately.
Don't take it, oh, so bad,
Things are gonna change.
Don't make it, oh, so sad,
The sun will shine again.
Please don't lock me out,
What's it all about?
I'll change it all completely.
Won't you let me in,
Don't you need a friend?
If I can help, just call me.
I'm easy come and easy go,
Don't paint it all so sadly.
Before you know the light will shine,
Don't burn out completely.
Locked inside yourself,
You've gotta break out soon.
Come on and try again,
And hear a different tune
In Rory Gallagher's song "Easy Come Easy Go", the singer speaks to someone who has gone through a difficult time after experiencing an easy and carefree life. The title, "Easy Come Easy Go," hints at the idea that the person has led an easy life but at the same time, it indicates how easily the happiness that comes with that life can vanish. The person has suddenly found the thorn behind the rose, meaning that they have discovered something that spoils the beauty of what they thought they had. It has affected them 'oh so badly', indicating that this is a significant blow for them.
The singer identifies that the person has become lost inside themselves and must break out soon. They attempt to uplift the person, telling them that they must try again and hear a different tune. The singer reminisces on the person's past life of flying and chasing the wind but contrasts it with the reality of them now only hearing sad notes lately. The chorus repeats the idea that things are going to change, and the sun will shine again. The singer emphasizes the need for the person to open up to their loved ones by asserting that they should not lock them out. And, provides reassurance that me as a friend and listener will be there for them.
Line by Line Meaning
From easy come and easy go,
You used to be carefree, but now things are different.
Now you're not so carefree.
Your carefree attitude has changed.
You found the thorn behind the rose,
You discovered something unpleasant behind something beautiful.
You took it, oh, so badly.
You reacted negatively to what you discovered.
Lost inside yourself,
You are feeling trapped and isolated.
You've gotta break out soon.
You need to free yourself from this feeling.
You've gotta try again
You need to make another attempt.
To hear a brand new tune.
To find a new perspective or way to approach things.
Once easy come and easy go,
You were once carefree and able to let go of things easily.
You just hear sad notes lately.
You are only hearing negative things or feeling unhappy now.
You used to fly and chase the wind,
You were once adventurous and open to new experiences.
I don't know you lately.
You have changed recently and I no longer recognize you.
Don't take it, oh, so bad,
Don't react negatively to what has happened.
Things are gonna change.
The situation will get better.
Don't make it, oh, so sad,
Don't dwell on negative feelings and make things worse.
The sun will shine again.
Things will get better and brighter.
Please don't lock me out,
Don't shut me out of your life.
What's it all about?
Why are things the way they are?
I'll change it all completely.
I will do everything I can to make things better for you.
Won't you let me in,
Please let me help you.
Don't you need a friend?
Don't you need someone to support you?
If I can help, just call me.
I am always here for you and willing to help.
I'm easy come and easy go,
I am carefree and willing to let go of things.
Don't paint it all so sadly.
Don't view everything so negatively.
Before you know the light will shine,
Things will get better soon.
Don't burn out completely.
Don't exhaust yourself completely in negativity.
Locked inside yourself,
You are feeling trapped and isolated.
You've gotta break out soon.
You need to free yourself from this feeling.
Come on and try again,
Keep trying to find a way to move forward.
And hear a different tune.
Find a new perspective or way to approach things.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: RORY GALLAGHER
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