Christy Moore has shared a spoken word tribute to President Michael D Higgins.
The Irish music legend released this tribute to President Higgins, celebrating his life and legacy in his final year as President. Mr Higgins is currently serving his second term in the hot seat, having served in the role since 2011.
Written by poet Johnny Broderick and produced Gavin Murphy, Music To Our Ears was released with an accompanying lyric video, which you can check out below.
"There is an aura that surrounds you, with decency you are blessed. There is a warmth in your presence, for every welcome guest", the opening lines read.
"You are a voice for the voiceless, like thunder in the plain. An empathetic ear for the afflicted, selfless, humble, but never vain", it continues.
Music to Our Ears concludes: "Statesmanlike and diplomatic, charismatic without fears. You are a national treasure treasured, you have been music to our ears".
On how the music came about, Christy Moore explained: "I was working in Gavin Murphy's Studio. Gavin shared music he was composing for a poem John Broderick had written in advance of President Michael D’s departure from Áras and Úachtaráin. I read the poem and listened to the music. I offered to recite the words. Claddagh [Records] heard it and suggested we make it available to the public".
"I think it is a beautiful tribute to our esteemed President and his Family. I think Johnny B’s words express what many of us feel about Michael D. and our First Lady, Sabina".
It was also confirmed that the track would feature on an extended of Christy Moore's No 1 album, A Terrible Beauty.
Christy Moore is also one of many musicians who will head over to Live At The Marquee Cork 2025, marking the 20th anniversary of the Irish music festival, beginning next week (June 25).
