#the lion and the cobra

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シンニード・オコナー　ザ・ライオン・アンド・コブラ 東芝EMI

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Sinéad O'Connor, 17 October 1988. Photo by Kevin Cummins/Getty Images.

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The Lion and the Cobra (1987) by Sinéad O'Connor - cassette insert

[yatima]

So it turns out my two favorite albums The Lion and the Cobra and Carrie and Lowell are both about the artist's fucked-up love for their troubled mother and I am feeling a normal way about this

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Sinéad O’Connor - "Jackie" "Searching the shore For these long years And I'll walk the seas forever more."

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Sinéad O’Connor, acclaimed Dublin singer, dies aged 56

The Irish musician found worldwide fame with hit single Nothing Compares 2 U in 1990

Sarah Burns Wed Jul 26 2023 - 18:31

Irish singer Sinéad O’Connor has died at the age of 56, her family has announced.

In a statement, the singer’s family said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad. Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time.”

The acclaimed Dublin performer released 10 studio albums, while her song Nothing Compares 2 U was named the number one world single in 1990 by the Billboard Music Awards.

Her version of the ballad, written by musician Prince, topped the charts around the globe and earned her three Grammy nominations.

The accompanying music video, directed by English filmmaker John Maybury, consisted mostly of a close-up of O’Connor’s face as she sung the lyrics and became as famous as her recording of the song.

In 1991, O’Connor was named artist of the year by Rolling Stone magazine on the back of the song’s success.

Ms O’Connor was presented with the inaugural award for Classic Irish Album at the RTÉ Choice Music Awards earlier this year.

The singer received a standing ovation as she dedicated the award for the album, I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got, to “each and every member of Ireland’s refugee community”.

“You’re very welcome in Ireland. I love you very much and I wish you happiness,” she said.

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar led the tributes to O’Connor, expressing his sorrow at the death of the singer in a post on social media.

“Her music was loved around the world and her talent was unmatched and beyond compare. Condolences to her family, her friends and all who loved her music,” said Mr Varadkar.

Tánaiste Micheál Martin said he was “devastated” to learn of her death.

“One of our greatest musical icons, and someone deeply loved by the people of Ireland, and beyond. Our hearts goes out to her children, her family, friends and all who knew and loved her,” he said.

Ms O’Connor is survived by her three children. Her son, Shane, died last year aged 17.

She drew controversy and divided opinion during her long career in music and time in public life.

In 1992, Ms O’Connor tore up a photograph of Pope John Paul II on US television programme Saturday Night Live in an act of protest against sex abuse in the Catholic Church.

“I’m not sorry I did it. It was brilliant,” she later said of her protest. “But it was very traumatising,” she added. “It was open season on treating me like a crazy bitch.”

The year before that high-profile protest, she boycotted the Grammy Awards, the music industry’s answer to the Oscars, saying she did not want “to be part of a world that measures artistic ability by material success.”

She refused the playing of US national anthem before her concerts, drawing further public scorn.

In more recent years, O’Connor became better known for her spiritualism and activism, and spoke publicly about her mental health struggles.

In 2007, Ms O’Connor told US talkshow Oprah Winfrey that she had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder four years previously and that before her diagnosis she had struggled with thoughts of suicide and overwhelming fear.

She said at the time that medication had helped her find more balance, but “it’s a work in progress”.

Ms O’Connor had also voiced support for other young women performers facing intense public scrutiny, including Britney Spears and Miley Cyrus.

The singer converted to Islam in 2018 and changed her name to Shuhada Sadaqat, though continued to perform under the name Sinéad O’Connor. In 2021, Ms O’Connor released a memoir Rememberings, while last year a film on her life was directed by Kathryn Ferguson.

Broadcaster Dave Fanning said Ms O’Connor would be remembered for her music and her “fearlessness” and “in terms of how she went out there all the time, believed in everything she was doing, wasn’t always right and had absolutely no regrets at all”.

American rapper and actor Ice T has paid tribute to O’Connor, saying she “stood for something”, after her death at the age of 56.

In a Twitter post, he wrote: “Respect to Sinead….. She stood for something ... Unlike most people ... Rest Easy”.

Musician Tim Burgess of Northern Ireland band Ash said: “Sinead was the true embodiment of a punk spirit. She did not compromise and that made her life more of a struggle. Hoping that she has found peace.”

Penguin Books Ireland, which published her memoir ‘Rememberings’, said they were “so sorry” to hear of the death of the singer.

“Sinéad was a once in a generation talent and we were honoured to publish her memoir ‘Rememberings’,” they said. “We would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.”

Sarah Burns is a reporter for The Irish Times.

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Day One Thousand One Hundred and Ten

And I never meant to hurt you I swear I didn't mean those things I said I never meant to do that to you Next time I'll keep my hands to myself instead Oh, does she love you? What do you want to do? Does she need you like I do? Do you love her? Is she good for you? Does she hold you like I do?

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save me the lion and the cobra sinead o’connor 1987 album the lion and the cobra save me

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Exactly one year ago, Sinéad O'Connor (Shuhada' Sadaqat) passed away. I remember perfectly what was happening in my heart then. Even though I didn't know much about the artist at the time, I felt a strong bond with her. Her death saddened me deeply. Since then, I started getting to know Sinéad's music, because previously I knew only the greatest hits. Her work moved me so much, I loved her so much, that she became one of my favorite people in music - and still is. "The Lion and the Cobra", "I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got", "Am I Not Your Girl?", "Universal Mother", "Gospel Oak" - each of these albums/EPs has something unique, the artist presents a different kind of sensitivity in each one ❤ Her late discography, with particular emphasis on "How About I Be Me (And You Be You)", is also worth knowing. It's extremely interesting to listen to such a mature artist. Thank you, Lars, for engaging me in learning about her work ❤

Sinéad O'Connor is not only about "Nothing Compares 2U" and tearing up a photo of the pope. She was an incredibly complex, authentic and brave person. I love watching interviews with her. She spoke many times about the abuses of the Catholic Church, about violence from her mother, and about her mental health problems. And at the same time she gave us great music... Rest in peace.

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Rest easy Sinead.

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Sinéad. 🎵

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Sinéad O'Connor - Mandinka (1987) Sinéad O'Connor from: "The Lion and the Cobra" (LP) "Mandinka" / "Drink Before The War" (Single)

Alternative | Indie Rock

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Personnel: Sinéad O'Connor: Lead Vocals / Electric Guitar / Backing Vocals Marco Pirroni: Guitar (Acoustic and Electric) Mike Clowes: Keyboards Richard "Spike" Holifield: Bass John Reynolds: Drum / Drum Machine

Arranged by Sinéad O’Connor Produced by Sinéad O'Connor / Kevin Moloney

Recorded: @ Oasis Studios in Camden, London England UK 1986–1987

Album Released: on November 4, 1987

Ensign Records (UK) Chrysalis Records (US)

Single Released: on December 1, 1987 (UK) on December 29, 1987 (US)

Ensign Records (UK) Chrysalis Records (US)

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