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.
Moonchild
Rory Gallagher Lyrics
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I've got that feeling that
I'm gonna make you smile forever if I can
Just give me a sign and I'll show you my plan
You are a blue child, forever true child
You know that I'll try to
Paint the skies blue forever if I can
Tell me why you look so sad
Time slips by like grains of sand
Just put your future in my hands
Tell me, tell me why you look so sad
Time slips by like grains of sand
Just put your future in my hands
You are a moonchild and, pretty soon child
I've got that feeling that
I'm gonna make you smile forever if I can
Just give me a sign and I'll show you my plan
Just show me a smile and I'll show you my plan
Just give me a sign and I'll show you my plan
The lyrics to Rory Gallagher's song Moonchild express the desire to bring happiness and hope to a person who is portrayed as sad and melancholic. The singer addresses this person as a "moonchild," suggesting that they possess a dreamy, imaginative quality. The use of the word "pretty" before "soon child" implies that the singer believes that the person is beautiful and that happiness is within reach. The repetition of the line "Just give me a sign and I'll show you my plan" emphasizes the singer's certainty that he can bring about this change in the person's life if only they are willing to take a chance.
The second stanza again emphasizes the singer's desire to change the person's perspective on life. The use of the word "forever" to describe the blue skies that he wants to paint suggests that the singer sees himself as offering a lasting solution to the person's problems. The repeated line "Tell me why you look so sad" is a plea for the person to open up and share their troubles, so that the singer can do his best to help.
The overall message of the song seems to be one of optimism and faith in humanity's ability to make a positive impact on each other's lives. The singer recognizes the person's sadness but believes that he has the ability to change their circumstances if only they'll let him try.
Line by Line Meaning
You are a moonchild and, pretty soon child
You are a unique and beautiful being, and I sense that we will develop a close relationship soon, if not already.
I've got that feeling that
My intuition tells me that we are meant to be together, and I trust that feeling with every fiber of my being.
I'm gonna make you smile forever if I can
I will do anything in my power to bring joy and happiness to your life, for as long as possible.
Just give me a sign and I'll show you my plan
If you let me know what you want, I will come up with a detailed strategy to make it happen, tailored to your needs and desires.
You are a blue child, forever true child
You embody a calming and peaceful energy, and I believe this essence will remain with you for eternity.
You know that I'll try to
I want you to understand that I will always attempt to support and care for you to the best of my ability.
Paint the skies blue forever if I can
If there's anything I can do to create a more beautiful and positive world around you, I will do it without hesitation.
Tell me why you look so sad
I sense that you're not feeling happy at the moment, and I want to understand why so I can offer you comfort and solace.
Time slips by like grains of sand
I've noticed that time seems to be flying by, and I don't want to waste a single precious moment we could be spending together.
Just put your future in my hands
I want to reassure you that I will do my best to guide you towards a bright and fulfilling future, and that you can trust me completely in this task.
Just show me a smile and I'll show you my plan
With one simple expression of happiness from you, I will be inspired to create an amazing plan to bring even more joy into your life.
Just give me a sign and I'll show you my plan
I want to create a customized action plan to improve your happiness and wellbeing, and all I need is a cue from you to get started.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Rory Gallagher
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@tckroofing589
Rory Gallagher, what a kind, honorable, very humble and very special man he was.
What a brilliant singer, songwriter and greatest guitarist he was.
Listening to the lyrics of his song brings a picture to the listener's mind.
How luck many us were to have had the very great privilege to have seen Rory and his Band doing gigs over the years,
Rory Gallagher, music is as fresh today as it was when it was first released, his music will last for hundreds of your years to come. His very great talent’s are just banning to get know by people from all over the whole wide world, his name will grow and grow way into the future.
Go stamp your feet for the Man
@jamesbradshaw3389
I with my real family brothers
were very lucky to get to see the brilliant Rory Gallagher and the boys in his
band many times. I have never forgotten a single moment of those gigs, I can
recall them very easy in my mind. Sometimes in the middle of the night, Rory
walks directly into my mind and I have the greatest pleasure of once again
attending a Rory Gallagher gig. A few times I have told people that that I was
at a Rory Gallagher gig last night, they think that I am joking, when I tell my
brothers they fully know what I am
talking about, I am reliving past gigs. His music is as fresh today as it was when it was first released, this man and his music will be talked about and listened to in 500 years time, mark my words on this, I will be proven correct
@BobMcboyle
The Greeks love Rory, I am a Scottish guy living in Athens, I was amazed when I came here and found out that Rory was held in such high esteem..any rock bar in Athens (and there are many good ones) will play Rory as much as Jimi, Led Zep etc..respect to the Greeks!!
@blackwingvalleylover
That is so awesome!
@tomybertsch5391
Heard this on radio one day ran out and bought CALLING CARD album was completely blown away loved Rory ever since
@triinl2719
Yes! Greece was also for me the place that I found out about Rory Gallagher :)
@Sotoskiller2009
Yes! This is correct. We love Rory!
@jji7433
We love Rory. Kisses from greece
@rise136
Απερίγραπτο Κομμάτι.... Δεν περίμενα να βρω Έλληνες εδώ. Μπράβο σε όλους που αναγνωρίζουν την καλή μουσική ακόμα και στην σημερινή εποχή...!
@stelioszapros3646
Όποιος δεν ξέρει τον Gallagher, δεν αποκαλητε ροκας
@user-sf7tr2cl3w
Before 40 years a day like this I was at Salonika palais de sport. Back then I was 24 years old and I was listening Rory. Now at my 64 years I am listening Gallagher... And after 40 years at my 104 I will listening Rory Gallagher..
@conorwalsh2233
The Greeks are legends love from Ireland :)