Since then, while maintaining her singing career, she has occasionally encountered controversy, partly due to her statements and gestures—such as her ordination as a priest despite being a woman with a Roman Catholic background—and her strongly expressed views on organised religion, women's rights, war, and child abuse.
In addition to her ten solo albums her work includes many singles, songs for films, collaborations with many other artists and appearances at charity fundraising concerts.
Since converting to Islam in 2018 she has changed her name to Shuhada Sadaqat.
In December 2019 she gave her first UK concert in five years at the Shepherd's Bush Empire, London.
On 26 July 2023, O'Connor's family issued a statement that she had died at the age of 56, without indicating the date or cause.
In the statement, the singer’s family said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad. Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time.”
The acclaimed Dublin performer released 10 studio albums, while her song “Nothing Compares 2 U” was named the number one world single in 1990 by the Billboard Music Awards. Her version of the ballad, written by musician Prince, topped the charts around the globe and earned her three Grammy nominations.
James Brown
Sinéad O'Connor Lyrics
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I want you to bring me downtown
I want you to, oh show me around
I want you to take me out
I want you to bring me downtown
I want you to, oh yeah
Oh yeah
Sit in the corner with a cigarette
Make you see if I'm, oh yeah
And if your friends wanna look
Well that's okay in my book
It really, oh gets me off my hook
I want you to take me out
I want you to bring me downtown
I want you to, oh show me around
I want you to take me out
I want you to bring me downtown
I want you to, oh yeah
I know I may look a little square
I know I look like a wooden chair
But I got, oh yeah
And in the words of James Brown
I'm sorry but I came to get down
I'm sorry but I, oh yeah
I told you to take me out
I told you to bring me downtown
I told you to, oh show me around
I want you to take me out
I want you to bring me downtown
I want you to, oh yeah
I know I may look a little square
I know I look like a wooden chair
But I got, oh yeah
And in the words of James Brown
I'm sorry but I came to get down
I'm sorry but I, oh yeah
The lyrics of Sinéad O'Connor's song "James Brown" suggest a desire to break free from the mundane and experience something new and exciting. The repetition of the phrases "I want you to take me out" and "I want you to bring me downtown" emphasize this desire for adventure. O'Connor proclaims she's only going to wear her long jacket and sit in the corner with a cigarette, which may suggest a desire to be rebellious and push boundaries.
Despite feeling like she may look like a "wooden chair" or "a little square," O'Connor asserts that she's still got it and is ready to party. The line "And in the words of James Brown, I'm sorry but I came to get down" suggests that she wants to let loose and have fun, just like the iconic soul singer James Brown.
Overall, the lyrics of "James Brown" convey a sense of yearning for something exciting and new, while also asserting O'Connor's confidence in her ability to have a good time.
Line by Line Meaning
I want you to take me out
I desire your company and want you to take me somewhere fun
I want you to bring me downtown
I want to explore the city with you
I want you to, oh show me around
I want you to guide me and show me new experiences
I'm only gonna wear my long jacket
I'll dress up for our night out
Sit in the corner with a cigarette
I'll find a cozy spot and smoke while observing the scene
Make you see if I'm, oh yeah
I'll make sure you notice me and my charm
And if your friends wanna look
I don't mind if others stare at us
Well that's okay in my book
I'm not bothered by the opinions of others
It really, oh gets me off my hook
I feel relieved and liberated
I know I may look a little square
I'm aware that I don't appear to be cool or hip
I know I look like a wooden chair
I realize that I'm not the most exciting person at first glance
But I got, oh yeah
However, I have hidden depths and talents
And in the words of James Brown
As James Brown once said
I'm sorry but I came to get down
I apologize for any misconceptions, but I'm here to have a good time
I told you to take me out
I already expressed my desire to spend time with you
I told you to bring me downtown
I instructed you to bring me to the city center
I told you to, oh show me around
I clearly communicated my desire for a guided tour
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JOHN CHARLES REYNOLDS, JUSTIN ALEXANDER ADAMS, SINEAD MARIE BERNARDE O'CONNOR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@elainemariamoreiraramosram7472
Paz era a palavra que ela mais queria e encontrou. Descanse Sinéad deste mundo que não soube te valorizar. Agora sem dor,tristeza e angústia no lugar melhor e com seu filho. Adeus minha Rainha da Irlanda Sinéad O'Connor. Escutarei sempre teu legado incrível que ficou em nossos corações. 🙏🕊👩👦🎶
@gregbiker3127
this tune is a JAM. Listen how she pronounces "I know I may look a little square " - I bet she was hilarious.
@TooSkinnyKenny
let's all hope she is finally at peace