They released their first album Forgiven, Not Forgotten in 1995, which had its greatest success in Australia, Sweden, Spain and Ireland, gaining later success in the UK and in Canada. The title track, 'The Right Time' and 'Runaway' were all singles that would reach within the top ten Irish Singles Chart. Success followed in much of Europe, Asia and Australia. Two years later in 1997 a second album Talk On Corners was released which was principally popular in Ireland, eventually raising them to astonishing fame in the UK, and later success followed in much of Europe, Asia and Australia. Both albums have been certified gold in the United States. In 1999, they recorded a Unplugged album as part of MTV's Unplugged series. The session was recorded live on 5 October 1999 in front of an audience at Ardmore Studios, Co. Wicklow, Ireland. In 2000, following the death of their mother, Jean, in 1999, they released their third studio album In Blue, which included the song 'No More Cry' which Andrea, the lead vocalist along with Caroline the drummer, wrote after the loss of their mother. The hit song 'Breathless' from this album also allowed the band to break into the U.S. The band took a break after this, allowing time for Sharon Corr to get married, and Caroline Corr to marry and have her first child, a son, Jake.
A compilation album The Best of the Corrs was released in 2001 featuring previous released songs as well as new tracks. The new single that was only released and featured in this complication is 'Would You Be Happier'. After six months from the album's release, it turned multi-platinum worldwide. Selling just over 17 million copies worldwide, it is The Corrs' most successful album to date; and one of the most succesful albums to come out of Ireland. Andrea Corr also began to flirt with the possibility of acting. After appearing in several movies such as Evita, Boys and Girls from County Claire, and The Bridge. In 2004, they released their album Borrowed Heaven, which featured the track 'Time Enough For Tears' which was penned by Bono and Gavin Friday for the film soundtrack In America, as well as Lady Smith Black Mambazo featuring on the title track. The album was a great success in their homeland Ireland where it peaked at number 1 with all three singles entering the Irish Music Charts. The album also entered the top ten albums in the United States with the single Summer Sunshine entering the top 20 singles. Around this time also, Caroline gave birth to her second child, a daughter, Georgina and now it is said that another baby girl is on the way.
Following this album a year later, the band covered several traditional Irish songs and traditionals on the album simply named "Home". "Home" was compiled through a songbook of their late mother Jean Corr as a tribute to her. Following the album release of Home, Sharon has given birth to her first child, a son, Cathal, and Jim Corr announced his engagement to his girlfriend Gayle. They have a son, Brandon. Andrea is currently working on several film projects and is planning to embark on a solo career, whilst her brother and sisters focus on their families. Her forthcoming solo album is titled "Present" and is produced by Nellee Hooper. Bono is the executive producer of the allbum, which should be out in Spring '07. The band are due to release another Greatest Hits album on the 20th of November 2006, entitled Dreams: The Ultimate Corrs Collection.
Andrea Corr also has acting ambitions. Long before The Corrs made a record, she played a small role in The Commitments (1991), as Sharon Rabbitte, one of the lead's younger sister. She is seen dancing the jig in one of the band casting scenes. She also played in Evita (1996) alongside Madonna as one of president Péron's mistresses, in Broken Thread (2007), The Bridge (2005), The Boys from County Clare (2003), and sang the part of Kayley in Quest for Camelot (1998).
The band has been inactive since 2005 because Jim and Caroline are raising families, while Andrea and Sharon are pursuing solo careers. According to Sharon Corr, it is uncertain if and when The Corrs will reunite.
Band website: www.thecorrswebsite.com
Black Is The Colour
The Corrs Lyrics
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His lips are like some roses fair
He has the sweetest smile and the gentlest hands
And I love the ground whereon he stands
I love my love and well he knows
I love the ground whereon he goes
I wish that day would soon come
When he and I can be as one
I go to the Clyde and I mourn and weep
For satisfied I never sleep
I write him letters just a few short lines
And I suffer death ten thousand times
Black is the colour of my true loves hair
His lips are like some roses fair
He has the sweetest smile and the gentlest hands
And I love the ground whereon he stands
I love the ground whereon he stands
I love I love I love the ground whereon he stands
The lyrics to The Corrs' Black Is the Colour describe the singer's love for their significant other, who has black hair and features that are like roses. The singer admires their love's smile and touch, and is deeply in love with them. They long for the day when they can be together as one, indicating that there may be something preventing them from being together at present.
The second stanza sees the singer going to the Clyde, where they mourn and weep, indicating that they are deeply unhappy without their loved one. They write short letters to their love, and despite being one of the thousands who suffer from the same fate, the singer feels like they are suffering death ten thousand times without their significant other.
Overall, the lyrics of Black Is the Colour express a deep longing and love for someone who is either far away or not currently accessible, making the singer deeply unhappy. The lyrics are both mournful and loving, showcasing the intensity of the singer's emotions towards their love.
Line by Line Meaning
Black is the colour of my true loves hair
The deep black color of my beloved's hair reflects the depth of his personality and character.
His lips are like some roses fair
My love's soft and tender lips are as beautiful as the fairest roses.
He has the sweetest smile and the gentlest hands
Not only is my love physically attractive, he has a kind and gentle demeanor that makes him wonderful to be around.
And I love the ground whereon he stands
I cherish every place my beloved steps, as they are touched by his presence.
I love my love and well he knows
My love knows how deeply and passionately I feel about him.
I love the ground whereon he goes
Every step he takes is precious to me and I hold it dear to my heart.
I wish that day would soon come
I eagerly wait for the day when we can be together and fully share our love.
When he and I can be as one
I yearn for our hearts and souls to be united, creating a deeper and more meaningful connection.
I go to the Clyde and I mourn and weep
I am filled with heartache and sorrow and often cry when I am near the Clyde river.
For satisfied I never sleep
I cannot find peace or contentment without my love by my side, and it keeps me up at night.
I write him letters just a few short lines
Although words cannot fully express my love, I write short notes to my beloved to keep the connection strong.
And I suffer death ten thousand times
The pain of separation from my true love is like dying many times over, making each day a struggle.
I love I love I love the ground whereon he stands
My love for my beloved and his presence is so intense, it seeps into every surrounding space and place he roams.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: DP, ANDREA JANE CORR, CAROLINE CORR, JAMES CORR, SHARON CORR
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@ghadabenkraiem1000
Lyrics
Black is the colour of my true loves hair
His lips are like some roses fair
He has the sweetest smile and the gentlest hands
And I love the ground whereon he stands
I love my love and well he knows
I love the ground whereon he goes
I wish that day would soon come
When he and I can be as one
I go to the Clyde and I mourn and weep
For satisfied I never sleep
I write him letters just a few short lines
And I suffer death ten thousand times
Black is the colour of my true loves hair
His lips are like some roses fair
He has the sweetest smile and the gentlest hands
And I love the ground whereon he stands
I love the ground whereon he stands
I love I love I love the ground whereon he stands
@emmathomsonsmith
Still one of my fav songs of all time and the corrs did the best version
@edwardgivenscomposer
I agree. There are a lot of good versions - Christy Moore, Nina Simone, and Paul Caldwell's version is lovely too. But this one ... has this amazing sense of the loss and despair of unrequited love. Truly beautiful. Alas! I know what my heart truly wants, but this will never be mine
@makhin4325
I listened to this album for the first time in 2005/2006 and this song is my favorite... it's sweet and beautiful at the same time I was 15 and I'm currently 32 thank you The Corrs
@RandomlyGenius
Still listening to this till this day! ❤️🥂
@AnnieLavender
This song is incredible! I can’t stop replaying it, the lyrics of the song and music is beautiful!
I’d love to know more songs like this one :)
@MajestyMarium
This song is so beautiful. <3
@eva311270
Andrea's voice is amazing!
@joannestamper3584
I love this song and reminds me of my fella who works away a lot. Love it
@ghadabenkraiem1000
Lyrics
Black is the colour of my true loves hair
His lips are like some roses fair
He has the sweetest smile and the gentlest hands
And I love the ground whereon he stands
I love my love and well he knows
I love the ground whereon he goes
I wish that day would soon come
When he and I can be as one
I go to the Clyde and I mourn and weep
For satisfied I never sleep
I write him letters just a few short lines
And I suffer death ten thousand times
Black is the colour of my true loves hair
His lips are like some roses fair
He has the sweetest smile and the gentlest hands
And I love the ground whereon he stands
I love the ground whereon he stands
I love I love I love the ground whereon he stands
@meowrawrrr2060
A beautifully sad song 💔