Newgrange
Clannad
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There is a place on the east Mysterious ring, a magical ring of stones The druids have lived there once they said, Forgotten is the race that no-one knows. [Chorus] Rum de rum 'rud a derimo Rum de rum 'rud a derimo The circled tomb of a different age Secret lines carved on ancient stone. Heroic kings laid down to rest Forgotten is the race that no-one knows. Wait for the sun on a winter's day And a beam of light shines across the floor. Mysterious ring, a magical ring. But forgotten is the race that no-one knows.
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Written by: CIARAN MARION BRENNAN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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13 facts about this song
Origins"Newgrange" is a song by Irish band Clannad, and has been covered successfully by Celtic Woman.
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AlbumClannad first released the song in 1982 on their album "Magical Ring."
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GenreThe song falls under the Folk, Celtic, and New Age genre.
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LanguageThe lyric of the song is written in both the English and Irish Gaelic language.
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Inspired Location"Newgrange" is about an ancient prehistoric monument located in County Meath, Ireland.
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Musical CompositionThe song begins with a haunting instrumental passage, characterized by Clannad's signature blend of traditional Irish music with more modern elements.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Newgrange" speak of a mysterious figure or phenomenon that appears at this site during the winter solstice.
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Celtic WomanCeltic Woman, an all-female Irish musical ensemble, covered "Newgrange" in their 2007 album "A New Journey."
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Live PerformancesBoth Clannad and Celtic Woman have performed "Newgrange" in live concerts, often enhancing the mood with atmospheric lighting and set designs.
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Chart PerformanceThe song did not chart upon its initial release, but Celtic Woman's cover has since become popular, especially around St. Patrick's Day.
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Music VideoThe music video for Celtic Woman's version features the members of the group singing in an outdoor setting, with footage of the Newgrange site occasionally interspersed.
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SignificanceFor both Clannad and Celtic Woman, the song "Newgrange" represents a fusion of traditional Irish culture and contemporary music styles.
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Continuation of Celtic TraditionBoth renditions of this song help to continue the Celtic oral tradition of passing down stories and legends through song.
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