Bill Hughes formed the idea of a trio of Irish tenors during a Cannes festival at which the famous Three Tenors, Luciano Pavarotti, José Carreras and Plácido Domingo were performing. Hughes wanted to produce a television special and first approached Ireland's Finbar Wright in 1998 to join the group but Wright's recording contract with Sony BMG prohibited such a venture. Hughes then invited Canadian John McDermott to head up the group and he accepted. After conferring with Ireland's leading vocal coach, Dr. Veronica Dunne, Anthony Kearns and Ronan Tynan were asked to join. In 1999, "The Irish Tenors-in Dublin" debuted on PBS television in the United States.
PBS signed up for another special by the increasingly popular new group but early in 2000 McDermott's mother died and John decided he could not fully commit himself to the group. Days before PBS was to film The Irish Tenors - Live in Belfast Hughes again contacted Finbar Wright and asked him to step in. Wright agreed to help and was asked to stay on for upcoming tour dates. Having left Sony, Wright was able to join the trio on a permanent basis.
In 2001, the Irish Tenors filmed their third special, an historic PBS broadcast at New York's Ellis Island , hosted by Irish/American actor Martin Sheen. Their album "Ellis Island" topped Billboard's Heatseeker list and landed on its "Top 10 Best of 2001".
In 2006, after Tynan left the group to concentrate on his solo career, Karl Scully was asked by Kearns and Wright to join the trio. This successful blend of voices spurred Bill Hughes to produce a television 9 part series for Ireland's RTE titled The Irish Tenors & Friends. Friends performing on the television special with The Irish Tenors include Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber , Paul Carrick, Finbar Furey , Hayley Westenra , Shayne Ward , Sharon Shannon, Peter Grant , Rebecca Storm, Lucia Evans , and Celine Byrne.
In 2007 the South Carolina Legislature issued a "Proclamation" welcoming the trio to that State at their performance in Charleston.
The trio continues to tour yearly.
Love Love Love
The Irish Tenors Lyrics
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My love gives to every needing child
If anyone should ask you who's my true love
Tell them my love true is ever
letting all their love come through
My love sees love with not a face
And lives to love through time and space.
If all of everything about my love
Then you can say that you are my love too.
Let my love shine throughout the world
To every mountain top and steeple
Let It be felt by every soul
'Til love's all over
Let it reach out to every heart
To every disinfranchised people
'Til it is present and no more is
Pain all over
Our love sees love's the key to peace
We'll pray 'til all world wars have ceased
Should you or anyone you know
Enough to say they feel as we
Then let our universal song be free
Let our love shine throughout the world
To every mountain tap and steeple
Let it be felt by every soul
Til love's all over
Let it reach out to every heart
To every disinfranchised people
Till it is present and no more is
Pain all over
Say words of love to all we see
To rich or poor for love is equal
Let us lift up humanity
Spead love all over
Let all its forces join as one
So to rebuke all signs of evil
Through every valley, land and sea
Our love's all people
The Irish Tenors' song "Love Love Love" is a beautiful declaration of universal and all-encompassing love. The opening lines express the warmth and generosity of the love being described, which is not just reserved for a single person but is given freely to all those in need. The lyrics further emphasize the theme of inclusivity of this love - it does not discriminate based on physical appearance or time and space. It goes beyond the petty boundaries and limitations that humans have created for themselves and willingly acknowledges that everyone deserves love.
The second part of the song speaks to the power that love has to bring peace to the world. The lyrics mention the pain and disenfranchisement that people face, but emphasize that love can overcome all. The words call for the spreading of love to all corners of the world, including those who have been marginalized and excluded. The song ultimately ends with a call for all humans to join together in love as one force against evil.
Overall, the song's message is simple yet profound: love is a force that can overcome any obstacle and bring healing to the world. It speaks to the power of love not just between individuals, but as a universal force that can change the world.
Line by Line Meaning
My love is warmer than a smile
My love is full of warmth and kindness
My love gives to every needing child
My love is generous and cares for those in need
If anyone should ask you who's my true love
If anyone asks, you can say my love is true
Tell them my love true is ever letting all their love come through
My true love always allows others to express their love freely
My love sees love with not a face
My love sees the essence of love, not just appearances
And lives to love through time and space.
My love endures through any obstacle or distance
If all of everything about my love fits to the tune of you
If my love resonates with you completely
Then you can say that you are my love too.
Then you can feel that you are loved by me
Let my love shine throughout the world
May my love be a beacon of light for everyone
To every mountain top and steeple
May my love reach every corner of the world
Let It be felt by every soul
May my love touch every person's heart and soul
'Til love's all over
Until love fills every corner of the world
Let it reach out to every heart
May my love connect with every person's heart
To every disenfranchised people
Especially to those who are marginalized or excluded
Til it is present and no more is pain all over
Until love replaces all pain and suffering
Our love sees love's the key to peace
We believe that love is the foundation of peace
We'll pray 'til all world wars have ceased
We will pray for an end to all wars and conflicts
Should you or anyone you know enough to say they feel as we
If you or anyone you know shares our beliefs and feelings
Then let our universal song be free
Let our message of love be spread without limits
Say words of love to all we see
Let us express our love to everyone around us
To rich or poor for love is equal
Regardless of social status, love is for all
Let us lift up humanity
Let us elevate and celebrate the human race
Spread love all over
Let love be spread far and wide
Let all its forces join as one
Let all aspects of love unite
So to rebuke all signs of evil
To fight against all forms of negativity and hatred
Through every valley, land and sea
In every place on Earth, let love prevail
Our love's all people
Our love is for all of humanity
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CARLOS MCKINNEY, MARIAH CAREY, TERIUS NASH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Liza
I imagine a warm summer night, this song and dreaming, dreaming.... and at least all is okay..... for a little time! Thank you wonderful Irish Tenors!👍❤️
Janet Chong
❤❤❤❤Beutifully sung. Truly music transcends time ❤❤❤❤❤
Phyllis Ramsey
I love this song, and as always, the irish tenors sing it beautifully!
Karen Strock
What a beautiful blend of voices. Great as usual guys!!!!
Thong Lee
An all time favourite melody and stirring lyrics. Thanks for sharing
Mike Martin
When I was a young boy my maternal grandparents, Leon and Mildred McGinnis would sing this together on the farm in Vermont. Thank you for posting this!
macpduff
Yes, I remember this song from my childhood in the late 1940's. It's a very peaceful time when the sky is a soft lavender and the trees are dark and shilouetted. Children are put to bed early when there is still Summer daylight
Grace Marie
I'm singing this song for a singing exam! Absolutely amazing performance! Come on Ireland 🍀🇮🇪
Dermott Studio
Grace Cunningham I have another "Loves Old Sweet Song" version on my page. Just search for it, If that helps in anyway.
Fred McKinney
Very masterfully orchestrated.