Easter

Marillion

About Easter

Easter is a song from English neo-progressive rock band Marillion's 1989 album Seasons End, which became a UK Top 40 hit when issued as a single in 1990. Allmusic describe the song as "heartfelt" with an "imaginative electric-acoustic arrangement". As with many Marillion songs, the album version features an extended guitar solo by Steve Rothery, which has become a fan-favourite, although it is heavily edited for the single version. The song was written by singer Steve Hogarth before he joined the band in 1989 and was inspired by The Troubles in Northern Ireland. The title is in reference to Easter 1916 by William Butler Yeats. Portions of the video were filmed on the Giants Causeway. 


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A ghost of a mist was on the field
The grey and the Green together
The noise of a distant farm machine
Out of the first light came
A tatered necklace of hedge and trees
On the southern side of the hill
Betrays where the border runs between
Where Mary Dunoon's boy fell
Easter here again
A time for the Blind to see
Easter
Surely now can all of your hearts be free
Out of the port of Liverpool
Bound for the North of Ireland
The wash of the spray and horsetail waves
The roll of the sea below
And Easter here again
A time for the Blind to see
Easter
Surely now can all of your hearts be free
What will you do?
Make a stone of your Heart?
Will you set things right
When you tear them apart?
Will you sleep at night
With the Plough and the Stars alight?
What will you do?
With the wire & the gun?
That'll set things right
When it's said and done?
Will you sleep at night?
Is there so much love to hide?
Forgive
Forget
Sing 'Never again'

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Marillion

Marillion are a British rock band, formed in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England, in 1979. Their recorded studio output since 1982 is composed of seventeen albums generally regarded in two distinct eras, delineated by the departure of original frontman Fish in late 1988, and the subsequent arrival of replacement Steve Hogarth in early 1989. All four albums released with Fish were commercial successes, and the band released eleven Top 40 hits on the UK Singles Chart, including 1985's "Kayleigh", which reached No. 2 and became their biggest hit single. more »

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Written by: MARK KELLY, IAN MOSLEY, STEVE ROTHERY, PETE TREWAVAS

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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11 facts about this song

Band Origin
"Easter" is a song by Marillion, a British rock band formed in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England in 1979.
Album & Release
The song is from their fifth studio album, 'Seasons End,' which was released in 1989.
Line-up Changes
The 'Seasons End' album is significant as it marked the debut of the band’s new vocalist, Steve Hogarth, following the departure of former band member, Fish.
Music Style
It is known for its unique mixture of progressive rock elements with more mainstream rock, mirroring Marillion's stylistic evolution throughout their career.
Noteworthy Acclaim
"Easter" is one of the band's most popular songs and continues to be a fixture in their live performances.
Song Theme
The song lyrics have considerable political undertones, actually a lament over the troubles in Northern Ireland. The lyrics are full of symbolic references to the political issues, hoping for the advent of peace in Ireland, likened to the rebirth of Easter.
Charity Cause
The band released a remixed version of the song as a charity single in 1990 to raise money for Northern Ireland charity organizations.
Reception & Popularity
Despite its political leanings, "Easter" is passionately received by fans due to its powerful message and emotive delivery.
Commercial Success
The song reached #34 in the UK Singles Chart staying for three weeks in the list, which is decent success for a rock band of their genre.
Live Performances
The song’s live renditions often feature an extended guitar solo by band member Steve Rothery, showcasing his musical prowess.
Legacy
More than three decades after its release, "Easter" continues to resonate with listeners around the world, attesting to Marillion's lasting influence in the rock music scene.

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