They have been playing music together since childhood but decided to go professional in 2010. Since then have become one of the most talked about folk/roots acts to come out of Ireland, now captivating audiences on worldwide stages having toured in Germany, America, Sweden, Italy, Switzerland, Holland, Austria and the UK.
They are natural performers and are known for their warm personalities, onstage and off.
In 2011, they appeared as guest backing vocalists on Mary Black’s album ‘Stories from the Steeples’ and one of the songs they appear on is a duet with the fabulous Imelda May.
Huffington Post declared their album December Moon as one Top 10 albums of 2013. It was produced by Calum Malcom (Lau, Blue Nile, Heidi Talbot) and recorded in Scotland.
In early 2014, the Donegal folk and roots trio released their latest album Louder than Words. The album received rave reviews from the Irish media and will be released in the UK, Germany and the USA later in the year.
'These sisters have a sensational talent. The quality of their harmony singing goes beyond mere technique. They possess an unerring ability to blend tone and resonance in a seamless fashion.'
- Eamon Carr, The Evening Herald (IRL)
'Louder Than Words is a simply stunning offering from The Henry Girls' - 2UIBestow (12/12)
'...beautiful harmonies that are the trademark of this band…This whole album is very high quality and one you MUST HAVE in your collection' - Fanrealm
'The Henry Girls have forged a sound all of their own' - Hot Press Magazine (IRL)
'Confident, organic & understated' - The Irish Times
'If ever a reminder of the strength of that blend was needed, it comes in the form of 'Maybe', the recent single from The Henry Girls forthcoming album Louder Than Words' - Irish Examiner
Farewell
The Henry Girls Lyrics
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To your strength and your courage, your vision for change
Farewell, Farewell
Never striving for glory, so humble and kind
Farewell
Here's to you
Farewell, Farewell
Farewell, Farewell
May colourful rainbows light up your way
Farewell
Here's to you
Farewell, Farewell
May you breathe freely and like a bird soar
Farewell, Farewell
To a beautiful flower who'll blossom once more
Farewell
Here's to you
The Henry Girls's song "Farewell" is a tribute to a person who has passed on. The lyrics are a farewell message that praises the person for their strength, courage, and vision for change. The opening lines "Farewell, Farewell, To your strength and your courage, your vision for change" suggest that this person made a significant impact on the world, but they were not seeking personal glory. The verses continue to pay tribute to the person's inspirational impact, and the final line "Here's to you" is a celebratory farewell.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Farewell, Farewell" as a powerful and emotional farewell message. The next few lines "May colourful rainbows light up your way, Farewell Here's to you" are a metaphor for the person's journey into the afterlife. The rainbows symbolize the beauty of the journey, and the farewell message is a wish for the person to rest in peace.
The final lines of the song "May you breathe freely and like a bird soar, Farewell, Farewell, To a beautiful flower who'll blossom once more, Farewell Here's to you" are a message of hope that the person will find peace and rest in their next life. The song's message is a heartfelt tribute to a remarkable person who made a positive impact on the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Farewell, Farewell
Saying goodbye, saying goodbye
To your strength and your courage, your vision for change
Thanking and recognizing the person for their bravery and determination towards making a difference
Never striving for glory, so humble and kind
Acknowledging the person's modesty and selflessness in their accomplishments
Here's to you
A toast to the person being celebrated
To a true inspiration, who put up a good fight
Praising the individual for being a source of inspiration and fighting for their beliefs
May colourful rainbows light up your way
Wishing the person a bright and vibrant future ahead
May you breathe freely and like a bird soar
Hopeful that the person may live freely, without any barriers and succeed in their endeavors
To a beautiful flower who'll blossom once more
A metaphorical expression, indicating the person's potential to grow and bloom again
Contributed by Miles S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mazie6211
Lovely lovely track.
@Charlella90
I saw the girls at the irish spring festival in Güls and at their concert in Bad Honnef. I love these amazing voices so much! Everytime i hear them i close my eyes and begin to dream :)
@rootscooperationrecords7618
I hope to see a your concert asap...respect form Italy. Luca
@billycostello6485
I'm off to Portugal girls but I'll always love ya thanks x billy
@leelaro
The middle one is my music teacher