"In a Lifetime" is a pop song performed by Irish artists Clannad and Bono. It was written by brothers Pól Brennan and Ciarán Brennan and produced by Steve Nye. The song was released in 1986, and was the first single to be released from Clannad's 8th studio album Macalla (1985). It charted well in many countries including USA, Ireland, UK, Italy and Brazil. It is one of Clannad's most successful songs and it remains as Bono's most successful solo effort.
The video was shot in Clannad's hometown of Gweedore, Co. Donegal, Ireland. It is set in 1930's Ireland and it is based on the lives of local folk around this time. It shows young children walking along a narrow road in the countryside, followed by a hearse. It also shows old men drinking in a pub. The video, which was directed by Meiert Avis, was praised for its haunting portrayal of the Irish countryside and old Irish traditions.
Lyrics
Hard to tell Or recognise a sign To see me through A warning sign
First the thunder Satisfied, if the past will not lie Then the storm Torn asunder The future you and I got blown away In the storm
And as the rain it falls Begin again, as the storm breaks through Heavy in my heart Believe the light in you So the light shines in you Without colour, faded and worn Torn asunder in the storm
Unless the sound has faded from your soul Unless it disappears
First the thunder Selfish storm Then the storm Hold on the inside Torn asunder One life
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