These Are the Days

Van Morrison

About These Are the Days

"These Are the Days" is a song written by Northern Irish singer-songwriter Van Morrison and released on his 1989 album Avalon Sunset. It was released as the B-side of the single with "Orangefield" as the A-side.


Year:
1989
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These are the days of the endless summer
These are the days, the time is now
There is no past, there's only future
There's only here, there's only now

Oh your smiling face, your gracious presence
The fires of spring are kindling bright
Oh the radiant heart and the song of glory
Crying freedom into night

These are the days by the sparkling river
His timely grace and our treasured find
This is the love of the one magician
Turned the water into wine

These are days of the endless dancing 
And the long walks on the summer night
These are the days of the true romancing
When I'm holding you, oh, so tight

These are the days by the sparkling river
And His timely grace and the treasured find
This is the love of the one great magician
Turned the water into wine

These are the days now that we must savor
And we must enjoy as we can
These are the days that will last forever
You've got to hold them in your heart.

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Van Morrison

Van Morrison, OBE (born George Ivan Morrison; 31 August 1945) is a Northern Irish singer-songwriter and musician. His live performances at their best are described as transcendental, while some of his recordings, such as the studio albums Astral Weeks and Moondance and the live album It's Too Late to Stop Now, are critically acclaimed and appear at the top of many greatest album lists. more »

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"These Are the Days" is a song by Northern Irish singer-songwriter Van Morrison. It appeared on his 1989 album "Avalon Sunset."
Lyrics
The song's lyrics reflect on Morrison's childhood and the simpler days of his youth. It is one of his most nostalgic and retrospective songs.
Music Style
"These Are the Days" is a typical Van Morrison composition, musically speaking, blending rhythm and blues with elements of folk and his distinctive Celtic soul sound.
Album Success
The album "Avalon Sunset," which features "These Are the Days," is one of Morrison's most commercially successful albums and this song helped contribute to its success.
Popular Recognition
The song "These Are the Days" fits well with Morrison's oeuvre of songs that look back with warmth and love at his past, which is often what he is most celebrated for.
Artist's Commentary
Morrison once stated that he wrote the song during a period of happiness and contentment in his life, with the lyrics reflecting his inner spiritual journey and gratitude for his life experiences.
Live Performances
"These Are the Days" is a staple in Van Morrison's live shows. He has been playing it at his concerts for nearly three decades.
Emotional Impact
The song is reported to evoke strong emotions in listeners, with many saying it makes them think about their own childhood, family, and the passage of time.
Cover Versions
While "These Are the Days" hasn't been covered extensively by other artists, it's loved by many of his fans for its authenticity and quintessential Van Morrison spirit.
Song Recognition
Although it never achieved the commercial success of some other Van Morrison songs, "These Are the Days" remains popular among his fans and is often thought of as one of his best works.

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