White Fool

Clannad

About White Fool

White Fool is a rock song by Irish group Clannad from 1988. It was the third single released by Clannad from their album Sirius. It features former Journey frontman Steve Perry.


Year:
1987
4:38
281 
#1

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Rothai an t'saoil ag casadh leo
Nil imeacht uaidh go deo
Daoine corr an t'saoil ag goid leo
Ni cuma leo go foill

The wheels of the world keep on turning
It's inevitable
The corrupt people of this world keep on stealing
Yet, they don't care

White fool come to a new land
There's a dark moon on the sand
Then nothing was ever the same again
This land is in their hands

A thousand years of tribe land
Strong winds carry the pulse
Greed and lust it stripped the earth bare
When the white fool came to a new land

Cries of an anthem
Craite
Of fury and unrest
Tuirseach
Fix your eyes to the sound
Eist leo
Of the horizon

Rothai an t'saoil ag casadh leo
Nil imeacht uaidh go deo
Daoine corr an t'saoil ag troid leo
Ni cuma leo go foill

The wheels of the world keep on turning
Its inevitable
The corrupt people of this world keep on fighting
Yet, they don't care

White fool come to a new land
There's a dark moon on the sand
Then nothing was ever the same again
This land is in their hands

A thousand years of tribe land
Strong winds carry the pulse
Greed and lust it stripped the earth bare
When the white fool came to a new land

The three tribesman
Bhi'os acu
Are a t sean doigh
Eist leo

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Clannad

Clannad (Irish pronunciation: [kl̪ˠan̪ˠad̪ˠ]) are an Irish band formed in 1970 in Gweedore, County Donegal. Their music has been variously described as bordering on folk and folk rock, traditional Irish, Celtic and New Age, often incorporating elements of an even broader spectrum of smooth jazz and Gregorian chant. After twelve years of success in the folk music industry, they shot to international recognition in 1982 with the release of the "Theme from Harry's Game", becoming the most successful band in the Celtic music genre. They subsequently went on to bridge the gap between traditional Celtic music and pop music in the 1980s and 1990s with albums such as Macalla and Anam. Their records usually consist of traditional Gaelic ballads, New Age tracks that ca… more »

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Written by: CIARAN MARION BRENNAN, GREG S. LADANYI, MOYA BRENNAN, PAUL HUGH BRENNAN

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10 facts about this song

Band History
"White Fool" is a song by Irish band, Clannad, which was formed in 1970 and is best known for introducing Celtic and Folk music to global audiences.
Album Information
The song is featured on the band's ninth studio album, "Magical Ring", which was released in 1983.
Popularity
Although "White Fool" doesn't receive as much recognition as Clannad's more famous track, "Theme from Harry's Game", it is loved by fans for its unique mixture of traditional Irish elements and contemporary pop music.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "White Fool" are a combination of English and the band's native Gaelic language, representing the band's dedication to preserving and promoting the Irish culture.
Notable Band Member
The band features Enya's older siblings. Enya started her musical career with Clannad before moving on to a successful solo career.
Instrumentation
"White Fool" showcases Clannad's signature sound, with lush harmonies, traditional Irish instruments such as the fiddle and bodhrán, and modern synthesizers.
Song Meaning
Though Clannad's songs often tell stories infused with Irish mythology and folklore, "White Fool" stands out for its more abstract, poetic lyrics that are open to interpretation.
Commercial Success
While "Magical Ring" as a whole was a commercial success, reaching a remarkable #2 in the Irish charts, "White Fool" is not often singled out as a standout track.
Inspirations
Clannad is known to draw inspiration from the stunning landscapes of their native Donegal, Ireland, and "White Fool" is no exception, with its evocative and atmospheric sound.
Legacy
Despite not being a mainstream hit, "White Fool" is considered a classic among fans of Clannad and continues to be performed live at their concerts.

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