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
Confidence
The Corrs Lyrics
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You forgave, said I've done my time
I've been good, animation rhyme
Sisterhood, can I find that line
Not anymore, I don't feel it
I'm not hopeless, tragic
No, nothing no more to say
I don't care
I'll walk away
Cause I've got confidence for quiet
I'm not afraid
I'm not hungry, I'm over fed
Satisfied, with the life I've led
Moving on, to where you can't see
What is me
Well it's just for me
Mine end of the line
You don't hear it crashing silent
You're all gone left me behind
Is this freedom no one's calling
I don't care, I'll walk away
Cause I've got confidence for quiet
I'm not afraid
No, nothing no more to say
Is this freedom, no one calling
I don't care, I'll walk away
Cause I've got confidence for quiet
I'm not afraid
I don't care
I'll walk away
Cause I've got confidence for quiet
I'm not afraid
I've got confidence
I'm not afraid
The Corrs’ song Confidence is a powerful anthem about finding strength within oneself to walk away from toxic people and situations. In the song, the singer reflects on leaving a day behind and being forgiven for their mistakes, yet feeling disconnected from their former self. They express that they don’t feel hopeless or tragic anymore and have found freedom in walking away from those who bring them down.
The lyrics suggest that the singer has found peace and confidence in themselves, despite their past struggles. They are not afraid to walk away from those who do not serve them well and are satisfied with the life they have led. The end of the song expresses that the singer is okay with being left behind and that they have the confidence to move on and be themselves without anyone else's judgment or opinions.
Overall, the song conveys a message of independence and self-love. The singer is no longer a victim to their circumstances and has found the courage to stand up for themselves and walk away when necessary. The lyrics also suggest that the journey towards self-confidence and freedom is not always easy, but it is ultimately worth it.
Line by Line Meaning
What a day, that I've left behind
Reflecting on the events of the past day
You forgave, said I've done my time
Acknowledging forgiveness for past mistakes
I've been good, animation rhyme
Feeling positive and creative
Sisterhood, can I find that line
Desiring the support of female companionship
Not anymore, I don't feel it
No longer feeling a certain way
I'm not hopeless, tragic
Not feeling negative or pessimistic
No, nothing no more to say
Having nothing more to express verbally
I've got freedom, no more calling
Feeling liberated and free from obligations
I don't care
Having apathy or indifference
I'll walk away
Choosing to leave a situation
Cause I've got confidence for quiet
Having inner confidence and peace
I'm not afraid
Fearless and bold
I'm not hungry, I'm over fed
No longer needing or desiring anything
Satisfied, with the life I've led
Content with past decisions and experiences
Moving on, to where you can't see
Transitioning to a new place or phase in life
What is me
Discovering one's true identity
Well it's just for me
Having something personal and for oneself
Mine end of the line
Approaching the end of something
You don't hear it crashing silent
Others are not aware of the changes or end
You're all gone left me behind
Feeling abandoned or left out
Is this freedom no one's calling
Questioning whether true freedom has been achieved
I've got confidence
Having self-assurance and faith in oneself
I'm not afraid
Fearless and bold
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDREA JANE CORR, CAROLINE CORR, JAMES CORR, SHARON CORR
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