Book of Days

Enya

About Book of Days

"Book of Days" is a hit song released in two versions, both composed and recorded by Irish musician Enya. The original version, included on the 1991 album Shepherd Moons, was sung in Irish Gaelic. The subsequent 1992 single version was bilingual, with new English lyrics; this version was recorded for Ron Howard's film Far and Away, and scenes from the film feature in the video. The bilingual English-Irish version (2:56) replaced the original pure Gaelic version (2:34) on subsequent pressings of Shepherd Moons from mid-1992 onwards, making the original recording relatively rare. "Book of Days" became Enya's second top-ten single on the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number 10, and reached number 12 on the Irish Singles Chart. It was used as a temp track during the editing of James Cameron's film Titanic, for the scene eventually accompanied by the musical cue called "Take Her To Sea, Mr. Murdoch" on the finished soundtrack by James Horner. 


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1992
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One day, one night, one moment,
My dreams could be, tomorrow.
One step, one fall, one falter,
East or west, over earth or by ocean.
One way to be my journey,
This way could be my Book of Days. 

Ó lá go lá, mo thuras,
An bealach fada romham.
Ó oíche go hoíche, mo thuras,
Na scéalta nach mbeidh a choích.

No day, no night, no moment,
Can hold me back from trying.
I'll flag, I'll fall, I'll falter,
I'll find my day may be, Far and Away.
Far and Away.

One day, one night, one moment,
With a dream to believe in.
One step, one fall, one falter,
And a new earth across a wide ocean.
This way became my journey,
This day ends together, Far and Away. 

This day ends together, Far and Away.
Far and Away.

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Enya

Enya (born Eithne Ní Bhraonáin, Irish pronunciation: [ˈɛnʲə nʲiː ˈvˠɾˠiːn̪ˠaːnʲ], anglicised as Enya Brennan, 17 May 1961) is an Irish singer, instrumentalist and songwriter. more »

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Written by: EITHNE NI BHRAONAIN, NICKY RYAN, ROMA SHANE RYAN

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11 facts about this song

Album Release
"Book of Days" is a hit song by Irish singer, songwriter, and musician Enya. It was part of her third studio album, Watermark, released in 1988.
Song Purpose
The song was initially a tribute to the history and culture of Ireland, Enya's home country.
Soundtrack
A modified and remixed version of "Book of Days" was used as the end title theme of the 1992 Ridley Scott film, "Far and Away."
Bilingual Lyrics
While the original version was sung in Irish Gaelic, the remix for "Far and Away" contained English verses.
Chart Performance
The song reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and peaked at number 10 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Video
The music video for "Book of Days" reflects the film's 19th-century Irish setting. Enya is shown playing the piano, along with clips from the movie.
Ensemble
Enya performed the song with an ensemble that included a choir and an orchestra, highlighting her new age musical style.
Symbolism
The "Book of Days" represents events in life that are yet to occur. The song emphasizes the importance of the future, looking forward, and anticipating what life has yet to offer.
Awards
Although the song itself didn't win any awards, the album it was featured on, 'Watermark', won Enya the Grammy Award for Best New Age Album in 1990.
Relevance
Decades after its release, "Book of Days" continues to be one of Enya's most beloved and frequently played songs.
Music Composition
Like most of Enya's music, "Book of Days" features a layered sound, with Enya's voice layered hundreds of times to create a distinct and ethereal effect.

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