“You’re very welcome in Ireland,” she said. She dedicated it to Ireland’s refugee community. Photograph: Michel Linssen/RedfernsĮarlier this year she received the inaugural award – and standing ovation – for classic Irish album at the RTÉ Choice Music Prize awards. ‘Her willingness to speak what she believed to be the truth forged a new path for women in the music industry’. “It wasn’t just that she was unique looking – her willingness to speak what she believed to be the truth forged a new path for women in the music industry to be as close to their true selves as they could possibly be.” Heartfelt condolences to her children, her family and all who loved her.”įachtna Ó Ceallaigh, who managed O’Connor from 1986 to 1990 and in later years, said she blazed a trail for other female artists. We were lucky to have such a magical presence move among us.”Ĭolm O’Gorman, the former executive director of Amnesty International Ireland, said few artists had made such a social and cultural impact. Sinéad didn’t just move us with her incredibly emotive voice, she stood up with it. Kate Bush said: “It’s like a light has gone out, hasn’t it? A beacon on a high mountain. “Our hearts goes out to her children, her family, friends and all who knew and loved her.” Micheál Martin, the deputy prime minister, said Ireland had lost one of its greatest music icons. O’Connor’s death came 18 months after the death of her son Shane.
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