struck O’Connor particularly because it seemed hopeful, despite being a song about death. “I always liked how she and the song embody a certainty that we get to God,” she says. “On the surface, the song is talking about death, but, to me, it’s talking about how there is a journey and a destination toward peace and love on Earth — and that we will get there.”
With this cover, O’Connor hopes to bring Jackson back into the public eye. While filming the video for the song in London, she carried a poster with the singer’s face on it and was surprised by how many people came up to ask who the woman was. The black-and-white clip — directed by Don Letts — also features ample footage from the BLM movement. David Holmes produced the track, with all the proceeds going to BLM charities.
O’Connor initially recorded the song for her next record but decided to drop it early in light of recent events. That album —— is set for 2022, she says. It’s named for a program she volunteered with in the U.S. where participants provide solace and company for hospitalized veterans. While the pandemic keeps musicians homebound, O’Connor hopes to complete a college program to get her healthcare assistant diploma. “I’m hoping I have the guts for it,” she says.
As for the album, O’Connor says: “I’m writing more about personal matters, being a mother. The record is like letters to my children. The songs are very subconscious. I don’t know what the tone of the whole record will be, but that’s what it is so far.”
Chills. I’ve always loved her voice. This is powerful! BLM
Glad to see her back and hope she's doing well and battling her demons and being creative; however f*ck her for literally wishing ill will on our sitting President
Is she black now?.. I've lost track of her numerous skin-color changes .. lol
This is hauntingly beautiful. Mahalia was a force.
Love her...TheEmperorsNewClothes....✔🍷🍷💋💋💋🔥🔥🔥🔥
Translation she’s trying to revive her career
Shuhada that's her name.
Didnt she change her name?
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