Theme from Harry's Game
Clannad
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Imtheochaidh soir is siar A dtainig ariamh An ghealach is an ghrian Fol lol the doh fol the day Fol the doh fol the day Imtheochaidh an ghealach's an ghrian An Daoine og is a chail 'na dhiadh Fol lol the doh fol the day Fol the doh fol the day Fol lol the doh fol the day Fol the doh fol the day Imtheochaidh a dtainig ariamh An duine og is a chail ne dhiadh Fol lol the doh fol the day Fol the doh fol the day
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Written by: CIARAN MARION BRENNAN, PAUL BRENNAN
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network
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10 facts about this song
Release DateClannad's "Theme from Harry's Game" was released in October 1982, making it just under 40 years old.
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Chart RankingThe song reached the number five position on the Irish Singles Chart and number six on the UK Singles Chart. It also hit number one on the Music Week's Airplay Chart.
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LanguageUnlike many songs of the era, "Theme from Harry's Game" is entirely in Irish (Gaeilge), making it one of the few significant hits sung in that language.
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Cinematic InfluenceThe song has appeared in several films and TV shows, including "Patriot Games," "The Last of the Mohicans," and "The Wild Thornberrys".
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Mystery GenreThe song falls into the category of Irish folk and new-age music. However, it's famous for its ethereal, haunting qualities, which led to its use in several films, series, and advertisements with themes of mystery, suspense, or historical drama.
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Influence on Pop CultureIt was used as theme music by UK television station ITV during its coverage of the 1990 FIFA World Cup.
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Awards"Theme From Harry's Game" won an Ivor Novello award in 1982.
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Unique PositionIt is the only UK hit single ever to be sung entirely in Irish.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song was filmed in the countryside of County Donegal, Ireland. It features members of Clannad and others dressed in costumes reminiscent of the early 20th century Republican period.
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Connection to U2Bono, the lead singer of U2, stated that "Theme from Harry's Game" influenced him and the band's musical style. It inspired U2's song "New Year's Day."
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