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.
There's a Light
Rory Gallagher Lyrics
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Ever since you came to me
It won't go,it won't go away
Now I know that you're gonna stay
Now that I know
Your love means so much more to me now
Come here now baby
I don't pray for what could have been
I feel I'm flyin' naturally
I can fly but I won't go away
In your sky that's where I wanna stay
Come here now baby
Now look what you've done to me now
If I don't show would you know
Where to look for me now
I do not stare absently
Counting waves up on the sea
Now I know where I wanna stay
There ain't no hard decisions to make
Come here now baby
Now look what you've done to me now
If I don't show would you know
Who to send for me now
There's a light (Repeat x3)
In Rory Gallagher's song "There's A Light," he sings about how his life has changed since meeting someone special. He mentions how this person's presence in his life has brought a sense of light and hope, something that he couldn't have imagined before. He admits that the love he shares with this person means so much to him now, and that he doesn't want to go away from it.
The chorus of the song talks about this light that shines on him since the person came into his life. Gallagher sings about how this light won't go away, and he knows that this person is going to stay. It's clear that this person has brought a sense of clarity to his life, and Gallagher feels like he's flying naturally.
Throughout the song, Gallagher expresses that he doesn't have any regrets and that there are no hard decisions to make. He knows where he wants to stay, and it's with the person he's singing about. He asks the person to come to him and says that if he doesn't show up, he hopes that they know who to send for him.
The song is a testament to the power of love and how it can transform a person's life. It's a simple love song with a catchy melody that captures the essence of what it feels like to be in love.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a light that shines on me
My life is illuminated by your love
Ever since you came to me
Since you entered my life
It won't go,it won't go away
I can't ignore or forget the impact you've had on me
Now I know that you're gonna stay
I am confident in our commitment to each other
Now that I know
Your love means so much more to me now
My understanding of your love has deepened over time
Come here now baby
Now look what you've done to me now
I am amazed at how much you have changed my life
I don't pray for what could have been
I feel I'm flyin' naturally
I am content with how things are and don't dwell on the past
I can fly but I won't go away
In your sky that's where I wanna stay
I have freedom, but I choose to stay close to you
If I don't show would you know
Where to look for me now
You understand me so well, you would know where to find me
I do not stare absently
Counting waves up on the sea
I am not lost or aimless anymore
Now I know where I wanna stay
There ain't no hard decisions to make
I have found my place with you and everything feels easy
If I don't show would you know
Who to send for me now
You have become my beacon and I trust you to guide me
There's a light (Repeat x3)
Your love is a constant, guiding presence in my life
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Written by: RORY GALLAGHER
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