Van Morrison - Hymns To The Silence

album: Hymns To The Silence
www.vanmorrison...
art by Michael Vincent Manalo
Lyrics:
Oh my dear, oh my dear sweet love
Oh my dear, oh my dear sweet love
When I'm away from you, when I'm away from you
Well I feel, yeah, well I feel so sad and blue
Well I feel, well I feel so sad and blue
Oh my dear, oh my dear, oh my dear sweet love
When I'm away from you, I just have to sing, my hymns
Hymns to the silence, hymns to the silence
Hymns to the silence, hymns to the silence
Oh my dear, oh my dear sweet love it's a long, long journey
Long, long journey, journey back home
Back home to you, feel you by my side
Long journey, journey, journey
Yeah in the midnight, in the midnight, I burn the candle
Burn the candle at both ends, burn the candle at both ends
Burn the candle at both ends, burn the candle at both ends
And I keep on, `cause I can't sleep at night
Until the daylight comes through
And I just, and I just, have to sing
Sing my hymns to the silence
Hymns to the silence, hymns to the silence
My hymns to the silence
I wanna go out in the countryside
Oh sit by the clear, cool, crystal water
Get my spirit, way back to the feeling
Deep in my soul, I wanna feel
Oh so close to the One, close to the One
Close to the One, close to the One
And that's why, I keep on singing baby
My hymns to the silence, hymns to the silence
Oh my hymns to the silence, hymns to the silence
Oh hymns to the silence, oh hymns to the silence
Oh hymns to the silence, hymns to the silence
Oh my dear, my dear sweet love
Can you feel the silence? can you feel the silence?
Can you feel the silence? can you feel the silence?
Hymns to the silence, hymns to the silence
Hymns to the silence, hymns to the silence
Hymns to the silence, hymns to the silence
Hymns to the silence, hymns to the silence
Hymns to the silence, hymns to the silence.

[@reginaarnold]

My son passed away last year and this song brings me such peace, deep in my soul. Van's lyrics and melody makes him such a messenger ❤️

[@danielthyme8609]

I feel you girl, shining your light, shining your light for your son....like Van says ''And I'll be praying to my higher self'' I love Van Morrison he is truly the messenger in my life! ♥

[@reginaarnold]

@@danielthyme8609 thanks so much. He is for me, too ❣️

[@morrison4002]

God bless you and your family. All Van all the time.

[@kellywilliams8002]

Wishing u Peace:)…along r highway;)

[@reginaarnold]

@@kellywilliams8002 thanks so much.

[@robertglover6386]

I have been listening to Van since 1968 and he just gets better.

[@43cjd]

This song is absolute perfection. My heart is still breaking, my heart is still aching. I was with my husband for 37 years. He left for someone half our age and she has two little kids. Since then we have a beautiful granddaughter whom he has never seen. God, let me get over this pain

[@stevegiu4232]

His loss...be strong for your family...and yourself.you are most definitely worth it......

[@mariewalker4010]

God will ease your pain he will be like a distant dream and you will be strong again God bless you and your family ❤️

[@chrismoerman319]

I have no Words.😥

[@tango-bravo]

Sad story. I hope you can get through it in this life…it is not the end-all-be-all…it’s a terrible loss but with God’s love and grace I hope you find the courage and strength to carry on

[@ChrisWilliams-kl9ez]

I feel so sorry for you

[@1957PLATO]

He is the Bach of our time. His music is consolation, healing and utter humanity. He touches us into our very core, again and again for over 50 years.

[@curtisstone5083]

1957PLATO you need to write !!

[@prof.sirjeffreydarling-mil3463]

Maybe not Bach...but this is a majestic track. His recent output is in danger of overshadowing all his glorious stuff in the 1980s with its nasty mediocrity.

[@RMcGivern]

@@prof.sirjeffreydarling-mil3463 don’t think so mate -,his newest stuff is more beautiful than anything before, more relevant & truthful than any artist’s work today

[@jonathanwilkinson1461]

@@RMcGivern Bang on pal..

[@Moonstar580]

❤

[@rosevaught7244]

I have loved Van's music since "Moon Dance" (1970) and I can't say how happy I am to see that he, like me, also has a heart for God. Those were turbulent times to make your way through and keep your head above the waves. Hearing that familiar voice of his makes me feel that I have come full circle. God Bless you, Van.

[@johnjarram9589]

Rose Vaught I

[@naturallynebraska]

From the days I came home from a long day , sat down on my patio to watch the sun setting , a drink in my hand and Van Morrison singing .... and me relaxing to his story.... Bravo Van

[@kellywilliams8002]

Word:)…as I set on my porch…with the Silence (still ness:)…

[@anitacarter8060]

Wow! I’ve never heard this song before… I am absolutely stunned! 😳. This is real music people… Right down deep into your soul.✨🙏🏻✨☺️✨

[@jonathanwilkinson1461]

The album is wonderful too Anita..

[@kieransavage3835]

Van can do no wrong,in my eyes….Kieran….

[@teachermatt]

My father used to play this album in the car all the time during my childhood in the early to mid 90s. Listening to it now brings me back to that time. Van Morrison is wonderful.

[@robertevans6596]

Georgie Fame on organ adds a lot too. ❤

[@kieransavage3835]

The words “Hymns to the silence “ are repeated 40 times....yet never sound boring or out of place.

[@nashdaniels9624]

Growing up I would hear the typical radio play, Brown Eyed Girl etc... and thought that was what Van was all about. Then I heard this, no I felt this like nothing before. I literally stopped in my tracks and was so overcome with emotions I cried. Never looked back and I love Van's music, have over 150 tracks on CD. I truly feel sorry for those who do know that this music is out there. God Bless Van, love ya

[@davecyr1063]

I've been following his music all along ... and you are so right. Brown Eyed Girl was one thing ... great song, 60's pop ... but songs like "Hymns to the Silence" are SO MUCH more! There are many who have no idea - about the depth and the level of soul that Van's music has taken over the decades. He is a master!

[@brianweir1]

Saw him in toronto a couple of months ago, terrible. only the really old stuff, none of the beautiful stuff like this. came on, did the old ones adequately, left. $180 (x2) wasted. plus hotel. Many years ago i saw him perform Sense Of Wonder. that was amazing.

[@rickysweet8653]

I have listen to that song probably 1000 times and never get tired of it

[@wildwoman8310]

We all need a whole lot more silence in our lives today! Keeps us humble & grounded.

[@lilalizbusby9212]

Can’t get enough of this song ! Feel it deep in my soul!!

[@richarderboe4362]

To me this is the greatest song ever written such feeling such such truth such love yes the love of God

[@bobsteinzig]

turn to my higher self to keep my feet on the ground

[@1zandstra]

Van is a true Christian

[@Ed9870]

Some years back, when jukeboxes first allowed deep cuts, I put this on in a rowdy pool hall. By the end, there was dead silence in the room. It was incredible. The only sound was the female bartender, asking me who that was and where could she get it. Van has the kind of power.

[@squeakystool]

+Ed9870 I believe it.

[@loonyleper]

+Ed9870 Neat story- very poetic.

[@pamelamacneil3950]

+Ed9870 Great story! I was picturing it in my mind. Thx for sharing.

[@smillazakalwe6490]

he has a rare talent I guess, to be shush/it's oh so quiet/ loud. Better than a decade since I paid any attention to him, still does what he does.

[@deborahlabanauskas8093]

His music has a profound affect on the human soul and does make people ask who's this I'm always happy to say check out this album, Hymns To The Silence

[@donweimer9264]

One of my favorite Van Morrison songs. My God this song is beautiful. Many come and go but Mr. Morrison stands the test of time.

[@ketbitniangti6697]

bb knowhe

[@annecollins7065]

@@ketbitniangti6697 bb knowhe God knows

[@debbesmith8910]

this song absolutely fills my soul

[@miltonduran3107]

V. Morrison...one of the GREATEST ever! Thanks for sharing!

[@ryancleminson8754]

There is something spiritually beautiful hidden in the lyrics of this song, Van Morrison at his best

[@debbiejodeh6370]

I could find no way to describe this song with words until I read this!!!

[@ogiisan81]

INDEED !!

[@SantoshKuppens]

He's a poet, one of the world's best ones indeed.

[@pamelamacneil3950]

Taj Mahal said about Van Morrison. "He knows where the music is." Indeed he does! Thanks for posting and sharing.

[@hawkman4828]

Thanks for sharing that! Taj knows where the music is also - a couple of greats1

[@michaelreynolds6543]

no words at how this man can take a few simple words and fashion them in such a way that they intertwine with your very being and unravel feelings long since buried and forgotten

[@frankrogerbuaroy1779]

Fantastic song of VM! Van,you're the greatest in the last 50 years!

[@richardwhite5139]

Van knows it's in the silence that God speaks a loud!

[@ang4432]

Amen

[@seckhoffable]

goes double for me

[@evelynoconnor3062]

AN ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT SONG ----- SUNG WITH BRILLIANT ARTISTRY AND GREAT SENSITIVITY BY THE VERY CREATIVE, ARTIST, MUSICIAN AND COMPOSER, VAN MORRISON. .LOVE ❤️ EVELYN O'CONNOR

[@angeloveneziano4387]

His music is like the warmth that we need at those moments when we feel lost in the abass.

[@bobearly2303]

VAN IS WHAT MUSIC NEEDS TODAY

[@hazelstevenson7282]

His music just humbles and makes me think of goodness, kindness, love and compassion for all the world!!

[@bobbyapplegate4912]

Wow I don't think it's ever been said any better than that

[@joesmelser2784]

A

[@margaretmackintosh9018]

Van Morrison's music touches and moves me deeply, as no other artist ever has! Today i re-visited These are the Days and i cried, for maybe 100th time! Van the man is so close to God and that's where he takes me every time!

[@prof.sirjeffreydarling-mil3463]

So sad what has happened to him.

[@bobsteinzig]

when every knows what i mean is my dream day

[@nicholasdivita7599]

Each time I listen to it, I am stunned by how perfect this song is.

[@BillyCraigMusicArtist]

Yes it is

[@nguergis]

Absolute perfection Highest vibration

[@NinaNina-un4qm]

Me too x

[@alonzomosley7]

Ditto

[@NinaNina-un4qm]

Thank you Van Morrison ... I thank God for you - all your words of comfort so beautiful x

[@theressamurphy2996]

Dear God...thank you for creating such a beautiful man on earth..you have blessed us all with his🙏 talent.❤️🎶🎵🎤

[@elainebishop3673]

This piece of utter beauty moves my soul as do other Van Morrison songs. However, the instruments and the backup singers add so much along with Van's incredible emotion as he sings. I could listen to this gorgeous creation on a continuous loop and enter into a lovely trance from which I may not wish to leave. You have been blessed with a heavenly gift, Van. Thank you from the center of my soul.

[@justamusta]

His music has enriched my life, beyond words ...

[@BillyCraigMusicArtist]

As music should. He's one of the all-time greats

[@charliebrackett7932]

Van Morrison is definitely one of the most powerful musicians ever. I always listen to him while working.

[@philmehere]

lost my mom 3 years ago today and this brings back such vivid memories of her ,You are so missed mom so missed ,

[@lawrencegilmore5397]

I want to know

[@misstery5942]

To the silence I can never find, Eternal search I can't even find in sleep but in the interim this will soothe Sincerely, A restless spirit

[@prasadmenon3036]

God and Ireland's Gift to Mankind and Music....Van the Man

[@claytonflinchum3962]

What can i say, pure elation and ecasty! I love his lyrics, and his vocal phrasing, it touches what we long for in our and hearts and souls and relationships!

[@JMAB49]

This is the most perfect song- my husband loves Van Morrison and he converted me for sure!!

[@allan8371]

A snow bound day here in Canada, sipping scotch, remembering all that"s worth remembering

[@Radoslav946]

This is a comment that is worth remembering, greeting from Slovenia...👍

[@allan8371]

@@Radoslav946 Haha Hey Slovenia way over there. It's summer time now and it's béer time. Still enjoying Van M. What's happening with you?

[@Radoslav946]

@@allan8371 You are very right, I guess that in Slovenia we have not switched to the summer state of the mind... Anyway man, Respect for your comment, I will remember it when long winter evenings come around again....🍻🍹😉

[@Rollwithit699]

Loved your wonderful comment. Van Morrison's music stirs my heart and soul too. 🤗

[@allan8371]

@@Rollwithit699 Thanx for the acknowledgement. After two years your reply feels like someone found my message in a bottle on the beach. BTW. Now sipping scotch watching the NHL play offs. Thanx again. You take care.

[@harveymilech3892]

This is why I have followed Van since the 60's

[@LUCKYIRISHLADY77]

Yep he is awesome!! ¡!

[@boffyflow07]

ME, TOO!

[@ahjaanhugh]

+Harvey Milech My following began in September '69 on first listen of Astral Weeks and I have not looked back.

[@carolandersen4767]

I thank God for Van Morrison every day. He saved my soul, got me through the worst period of my life. I want his to be the last voice I hear...

[@williamprendergast6510]

The magic of Van Morrison.Brilliant.

[@thefearheartz84]

Dear God this is the most beautiful thing I have ever heard.

[@johnhughes3963]

One of my absolute favorites! Soulfully Loving!

[@wickie4801]

Hymns to the silence & Enlightenment - both are the best songs for me!

[@1957PLATO]

If this does not soothe your soul than you do not have one

[@annarush4953]

Yep

[@denisekaiser5662]

Boy do I wish we had real musicians like the days of Van, Petty, Clapton...so blessed to have spent my childhood with the last generation of real music. They will live on till the end of time. Peace

[@johnmesser522]

When the " healing begins " Van Morrison's music will be there...like medicine for your soul.... Expressing emotions like we all wish we could.... Let yourself go & listen to your inner lion moan & roar... And thank God for The music ! It's the only thing that can get humanity together, in peace & love... ONE LOVE !!!! That's all we need !

[@dotdavis6325]

Beyond fabulous... Thanks dear Van Morrison.

[@MultiBlackbirds]

This gorgeous piece of melodic sweetness is a pure joy and pleasure to the soul. Where would we be without Van .

[@jaquespasquinel8711]

Just beautiful ... if it doesn't stop you in your tracks ...you are going to miss a lot !...Take Me Back will do the same...Thanks for posting good music !

[@massimobattaglioli6651]

How I love this album! Van IS the man.

[@porkulate]

And so today, right now at this very moment in the time that is my life on this earth, I find myself to be in 'A State Of Grace' listening to this song by this amazing and magnificent and inspiring man Van Morrison. Over the last almost six years - next month November 25 will mark the completed six - I have more and more frequently been finding myself in this very place. And while in the first days, weeks and months it was so hard to get here, it has become so much more attainable since - almost six years ago - I asked God to give me the strength to stop drinking alcohol, to stop being a drunk - and He heard and He answered by prayers, my cry in the darkness and HE DID! My mind and my body have never been healthier and more agile and more stable than I have ever experienced in my lifetime. And my spirit, my closeness and connection and harmony with Almighty God have never before been so uplifted and worthy of celebration, proclamation and sharing. Thank You Lord for SAVING MY LIFE! And many thanks Van Morrison for sharing your amazing talents with those of us who have discovered your beauty and who celebrate the journeys and the places that you have taken us with you along the way. Life is so full of beauty if only we would open up our hearts and minds and just give it the chance to be just that. God is so very great and merciful indeed.

[@charlesmetscher489]

amen

[@humanitos.davidizquierdo6416]

Lord?you did it yourself my friend.really happy for you.Best.david

[@porkulate]

@@humanitos.davidizquierdo6416 I don't think that many people can stop a serious, life threatening addiction of any kind by him or herself alone. In what I believe are the three main roads to personal redemption, salvation and rehabilitation from an addiction - the three being medical and psychological treatment, help and support from loved ones and family or one of the many miracles that come from Almighty God - I chose the last among them because I truly believed that this was the best path for me, given my own personal circumstances. And by the Grace, the Forgiveness and Healing Hands of God Almighty, this way has worked for me. I am now in my seventh year and a bit of complete and total sobriety without any slip ups or 'falling off the wagon' as the saying goes. For those people out there who think or believe that there is no hope for them, no way out of this darkest of seemingly never ending, personal nightmares, I would encourage them to NEVER GIVE UP and NEVER LOSE HOPE! Without Hope and Dreams for a better day ahead, life is not worth living. It is that very Hope and those Dreams, Desires and Expectations for a New Day and a Better Way that keep pushing and driving and moving us on down the road of life. And it is from God Almighty that this Hope comes. It is our Faith in Him that will see out of these dark days, that will pull us back from the edge of the precipice and lead us to His Promised Land - both here on this Earth while we are alive and to Heaven above when our time here is finished. Thank You David. All the best to you and your loved ones as well.

[@jomcmahon8654]

This song is food for the soul. Van is the Man !!!!! 💙❤💙❤

[@stickman40paul]

the best, most spiritual song Van has ever written, absolutely blows my mind!! God damn thank you van for bringing this beautiful soulful voice into our lives.... you're awesome.

[@davidbeaty119]

You are a fool

[@joeschmo7957]

He is pretty good at assembling a band, as well.

[@kelderecgraugnom8201]

Sir Van Morrison, for me the greatest living musician. The only Music a Can hear 24 hours a day and the night too! :)

[@alanlane3670]

A musical genius for over five decades......

[@riamina1]

My love for his music has just tripled..chilled out and wrapped up in his voice...

[@sharronlauterbach3248]

I have been in love with him for year's. Love his music.

[@onoqono]

beve sinclair めむままみめままままみままみまままむまむまま７まももさ

[@susanmerry9689]

Van’s music has gotten me through a lot of rough times . Love his lyrics

[@markwright6332]

Can't even describe how much this song soothe my soul

[@tommcd62]

Only love in its purist form can compete with music like this.

[@johniffland6901]

There few genuine talents in rock n roll. Van Morrison is one. The spirit of both a poet and a seeker...

[@weeirishfriend]

I love this wee Belfast man, i used to go see him in Ireland when he was with Them. What a great time that was. This song is him, thank you Vozdra for sharing.

[@hawkman4828]

I've been listening since then, but to see him back then you were lucky! thanks for sharing your story, were both lucky to still be listening to him. take care jim

[@dottiwheeler747]

Loved this! My favorite Van Morrison song will always be Wavelength. Hands down, THE BEST INSTRUMENTAL INTRO EVER!

[@cleorasile2502]

This song always takes me to a magical place it's so beautiful.

[@WinslowSly1]

One of the greatest songs of all time!

[@RMcGivern]

I He makes me believe in a higher power, pure love, all knowing - the eternal spirit - we’re all connected (universe)- In the dark night of the soul I’ll be having his soundtrack running through my veins to help me through, Jesus help us through 🙏 No other artists come close

[@jameslumpkin3334]

100% PURE.......Greatness Van is the Man

[@obiestill5785]

Van Morrison saved my life one day with Brand New Day, but this song!! O my dear O my dear O my DeeeeAAAaaarr sweet Love. My Muse! My Bard! Thank You. 🥰🥰🥰

[@nashdaniels9624]

To my Dear Patricia, I love you forever and always, until we kiss again, I will sing my hymns to the silence, RIP my Love

[@dianearp7078]

+Nash Daniels you are so sweet that. its make me cry I know how you feel

[@nashdaniels9624]

Thank you Diane, Patti loved Van and his music.

[@ronaldpetrin5823]

Until you kiss again..my friend.

[@seckhoffable]

Nash, your message touches my heart. You and your darling will meet again.

[@melissasecrest8223]

Tears and a glass raised to you and your Dear Patricia...until you kiss again.

[@southernqueen124]

he had such depth in his songs I have been listening since I was 9 years old & I am now in my late 50's, it makes us appreciate hard times & life !!

[@dominicmurphy8913]

oh my dear sweet love...one of the best songs of all time

[@suzanneblaylock9598]

Nobody in the world like Van the Man. Nobody.

[@MarcosBryant-lj8zi]

What do you admire most about Van

[@kent6670]

yes, van, i can hear it. when you are silenced, il feel like ive lost part of me. at least il have the sound you produced. forever. thanks Vozdra. Van created a song and performance legacy practically unmatched in the last 50 yrs.

[@patrikf8551]

till alls mina vänner: stort tack för alla deltagande för min son patricks död ❤❤❤

[@michaelpatterson6224]

Van Morrison is one of my gods. I love and worship Van. When I die, I want this song playing repeatedly. Everyone who knows me knows this and is willing to accommodate if they are present when I go.

[@lawlasorus]

My first van experience was brown eyed girl. My, my. I proceeded in later years to collect all of his work. I cant wait to pass it down to the generations to come. Forever live VM.

[@jerdeb4evr]

I once asked a friend if he listened to Van Morrison. He stated no, because he couldn’t identify what he was singing about. I told him, he is singing about everything...you will ever feel, experience and think of.

[@brienrealtor]

The absolute perfect song. A true masterpiece...one for the ages. This album has several gems like this one on it too.

[@tiamaria64]

makes me cry every time I hear this. Reminds me of times past and journeys of no return. Some things never change but this allows my heart to release a little more ache each time. So all good I guess with each new daybreak after a little of hymn's to the silence. Afterall, silence speaks volumes.

[@AzErradi]

Maria D very poetic

[@bobbiejeannebarnes8266]

Maria D Yes dear it indeed does for those of us that can hear, reminders of years long past and all that passed with the year's, timeless memories that we live with every day, until once again WE meet our destiny

[@opensecret4451]

Pray to the Father - Who SEE's in Secret - Don't Fear the Sience.

[@joesmelser2784]

Comfort & Contentment!!! Relaxes my heart & soul !!!

[@ronaldgoebel2174]

Great musician for sure. Back then the music had a purpose, meaning, feeling and a story to tell and they touched our hearts and souls with their music cause it had a meaning and purpose to tell us a story about how they felt and they put it to us to feel and learn from it. It was a magical time for music. Thanks Van. God Bless you and your gift to all of us. Your music will go on forever.

[@dannymeyer3256]

A love song worth its weight in gold. Your taste in music Glenn is so fine. ❤️👍

[@dawnraborn8312]

Van Morrison is the best, I love all kinds of music but his has away of feeding my soul like no other

[@robertgriffiths2279]

Simply amazing. Stunningly beautiful reachers into your soul.van you really are the man😀😀😀

[@michaelfuchs6618]

a true pioneer and genius, we love u Van the Man!!

[@charlesmetscher489]

To have never heard this extraordinary song by Van the man has been a travesty but i have it now and forever ! thank you !

[@sandragentry8528]

Gives me goosebumps. I feel it in all my body, heart and inner being. Love you Van Morrison. Thank you so much. and soul

[@mach1647]

Loudest voice sometimes A rich and meaningful tears no matter what.. That no one could hear it I am here listening But I want to say it and all that I can do is to cry it one thing that I could do is To yell it..through silence.

[@maggiesunshine007z]

I love this song and music. Thank you Van Morrison. I love your music. Van Morrison his words, music and singing that soothes me. .

[@uptownqtee40]

Simple lyrics but heartfelt. I listen to this when I need some solace.

[@rafaelocd]

this song make me remembers me and my father..... good olds times. thx daddy for all!!!!!

[@MedusaMVA]

Rafaelo Damiani buena vista social Club

[@MedusaMVA]

Rafaelo Damiani buena vista social club

[@prudenceduncan3113]

You're blessed

[@cbpapp]

I had a dream once that I was dancing with my Daddy. He passed away in 2005. We were swaying slowly to “Into the Mystic.” I will never forget it. This dream was a message for me. The man who caused a great deal of trauma to me and my daughter loved Van Morrison. The dream, to me, offered solace and peace instead of trauma, through that particular piece of music. I love that song and many of Van’s songs still. I’d never heard this one and am grateful to have been introduced to it. Hymns to the Silence is very calming and spiritual, reminding me to allow myself moments of silence to be able to hear messages from the creator of all that is, source energy, God. Love to all, in oneness. 🙏🏻💗🕊

[@richardrogers9303]

Everytime I listen to this song I drift off to my own special place it's so pure .His music is filled with passion and soul.It just can't be beat.keep calm everything will be fine and don't you forget it.

[@SantoshKuppens]

What a mesmerising piece of music this is. And this comment section.. amazing to read anekdotes about this bringing a rowdy pool hall to silence, dedications to their loved ones who passed away, personal attachments and the list goes on. Van the Man truly brings people together with his music, it is amazing. I can not recommend this enough to people. S.J., this will always remind me of you, us and the lovely times we've had. May you be well, it's unfortunate our lives crossed at the time it did, but I did enjoy every bit of it, thank you.

[@cardaberge7164]

Genius pure genius I listen to Van more than anyone else he manages to carry me away up and up

[@shanellie7594]

What a talent we have in van Morrison a true son of N.ireland from the back streets of east Belfast to world stardom

[@michaelhayes6887]

Beautiful. One of the lessons I learned in life being Scots-Irish, like him. The Irish side conceives the Art. The Scottish side executes it. Thanks, Van.

[@francisburke2136]

Michael Hayes you put that quiet beautifully my man.. we are lucky

[@michaelhayes6887]

Hi Mr. Burke. Thank you for your kind comment. Mine was in jest. Van Morrison is from Belfast I believe and Protestant, but I am not sure if he is genetically Scots-Irish (lol), but he certainly culturally is, having lived it. In my case, I am American, and from Boston. Hayes is actually a Norman name-before they got awarded land (translate stolen) in Cork after 1066 with Billy the Conqueror. My mother's name was Buchanan and her family were all "Two Boaters". First to Nova Scotia, then to Boston. Then the dreaded religious miscegenation occurred. Lol. Take care sir!

[@francisburke2136]

Michael Hayes The same too you sir,,,a very impressive family history....one thing is very clear, your charm definitely comes from your Scottish heritage 😉all the best and god bless you and your family

[@michaelhayes6887]

@@francisburke2136 Thank you sir. There were many Protestant heroes in Irish Independence. I think the cultures are more important than the religions in the people. The cultures were determined by geography, food production, the art that evolved on the lands. Religion, politics and conquest was imposed and endured. Until they fled and came here-and thrived. All the best, Sir.

[@bobbyapplegate4912]

Van has and always will be one of my favorite musicians

[@saundraquarles6412]

Just love his songs still 2020 days to remember that we are still together..much love ..❤

[@denisekaiser5662]

Man of GOD. Jesus loves you!!!!!

[@josephdavis3179]

Further evidence Van just went Into The Mystic - and kinda just set up shop there. Stunning.

[@quemequitenlobailao6244]

ogni volta che ascolto questo brano mi emoziona...quante volte ho ballato con te vita mia ascoltando questo capolavoro che porto nel mio cuore....ti amerò sempre...tu lo sai💟