Lohan released two albums, "Who Do You Think I Am" in 1995, and "No Mermaid" in 1998, both of which enjoyed moderate success in Ireland, the UK, and the US. "No Mermaid", the title track of her second album featured in the movie 'Message in a Bottle'. The song was also performed by Joan Baez on her 1997 release Gone from Danger (in which the folk legend nurtured the next generation of singer-songwriters by performing their works).
After the birth of her baby in 2001, Lohan took a break from recording and performing. An album was complete in January 2007, but never released. Her website became defunct in April 2010.
If I Go
Sinéad Lohan Lyrics
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i will not be crying i will not be crying
if i go before you if i go before
i will not be crying crying anymore
and it's only what i'm thinking
this is only what i'm thinking
when the day is over when the day is done
when the day is over when the day is done
i will not be crying i'm not going to be the one
who'll beg for the tears of laughter
who'll beg for the tears of laughter
and down the dark will fall
and who's trapping who in a dream
and who's trapping who in reality
and who's trapping who in a dream
i am really tired i wish i could sleep
carry me to morning carry me to morning
i am really tired i wish i could sleep
carry me to morning i hope my life will keep
in a place where there are no windows
in this place where there are no windows
i wish i could be there when they call your name
i will not be crying i will not be crying
maybe i will know you in another time
then i will be happy then i will be happy
and safe in the arms of your love
i'll be safe in the arms of your love
and down the dark will fall
and who's trapping who in a dream
and who's trapping who in reality
and who's trapping who in a dream
The song "If I Go" by Sinéad Lohan speaks about coming to terms with death and accepting one's fate. The verses follow a consistent pattern where the singer states that should she pass away before her loved ones, she will not be crying. Additionally, she expresses her fatigue and wishes to be carried to a place where there are no windows, indicating an escape from the world's problems. The chorus then contrasts the verse's demeanor by questioning the ambiguous concept of reality and who is trapped in it - this can be interpreted as the singer's lack of understanding of why she must die or perhaps a metaphorical view that life traps people in a never-ending cycle of chaos.
The song's lyrics present a pretty grim view of the world, but it also contains a note of acceptance of life's uncertainties. The singer is aware that she has no control over death and chooses not to prolong the process by begging for tears of laughter. The lyrics of this song are relatable to anyone who has come face to face with their morality or who have experienced loss. In the end, the singer hopes to find peace in the arms of her lover, but still questions the reality around her.
Line by Line Meaning
if i go before you if i go before
I won't cry if I die before you.
i will not be crying i will not be crying
I won't shed tears of sadness.
if i go before you if i go before
I won't be the one begging for laughs if I die before you.
crying anymore
I won't cry anymore if I die before you.
and it's only what i'm thinking
These are just my thoughts on the matter.
when the day is over when the day is done
At the end of the day,
i'm not going to be the one who'll beg for the tears of laughter
I won't be the one seeking laughter through tears.
and down the dark will fall
The darkness will come.
and who's trapping who in a dream
Who's being deceived in this world?
and who's trapping who in reality
Who's tricking whom in reality?
i am really tired i wish i could sleep
I'm exhausted and desire rest.
carry me to morning carry me to morning
Bring me safely to tomorrow.
i hope my life will keep in a place where there are no windows
May I find a safe haven without prying eyes.
i wish i could be there when they call your name
I yearn to be present when you are summoned.
maybe i will know you in another time
Maybe we'll know each other in another lifetime.
then i will be happy then i will be happy
I'll be happy if that's the case.
and safe in the arms of your love
And secure in the embrace of your love.
and who's trapping who in a dream
Who's playing who in this illusion?
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Lynda Froud
She is the most amazing talent ever whose every song spoke to my life. Recognised by all the greats of the folk world. Come back to us when your children are grown up please. X
Brendan Sweeney
She brilliant
Paul Ring
She calms me makes me cry makes me so happy and its for every mood I'm in she just speaks the gospel to me every time I just love her so much we grew up ten minutes away from each other in cork hope she comes back soon ❤️
JJBushfan
Of all the singers I've ever heard in all my life, Sinead Lohan is the only one I desperately wanted to meet and talk with. Her lyrics are so sublime and enigmatic. What do they all mean?
anto boyle
JJBushfan . Walk talk sing laugh smile. Dream
Glyn Birchall
Met her years ago ,one lovely lady .
Micky Bewick
I hope one day this beautiful lady comes back to us .Shes far to good to lose forever
Ananda Jameson
This song is sublime. Repeat and repeat, then continue repeating... so beautuful.
flambayed
Your band on ...beautiful music