There are moments when you feel the need to return to your roots, to relive your memories and find yourself in them, as if rummaging through an old chest that still holds the scent of home. This piece is my journey into that old world, a world I carry with me even though I am far away. It’s my way of reconnecting with the earth and the calm hills of Ireland that call me back over and over whenever I feel lost.

When I began composing, I let myself be carried away by a deep longing, by a melancholy that seemed to come from the depths of my soul. In those moments, the music flowed on its own as if it had always been there just waiting to be set free. It’s a piece that feels like a bittersweet embrace, a comforting touch filled with memories and untold stories. It’s about places I haven’t forgotten and people who still live within me even if they’re no longer by my side.

As I play, I feel like I’m traveling down a familiar path, a path I’ve walked so many times in my thoughts. This journey is full of vivid images: quiet sunsets, soft light filtering through the mist, the sound of the wind whispering through the grass as if telling the stories of those who came before me. There is silence, but it’s a silence that sings. A place where I feel whole even though pieces of my heart have scattered over time and distance.

"Through Mist and Memory" is perhaps my most honest way of saying that sometimes you need to go home, even if only in your heart. It’s like opening a window to the past and allowing myself to feel everything without reservations, the joy, the pain, the nostalgia. And in all this mixture, I find my balance, that feeling that everything makes sense. I hope that as you listen, you feel a part of this warmth and peace, no matter how far you may be from the places you call home.

Through Mist and Memory

Verse 1:
Ó, síos sa ghleann mar a bhfásann an cuileann,
Reo ar an fraoch, an ghaoth ag séideadh ann.
Tá soilse na gcoinnle ag lasadh go héadrom,
Ag glaoch ar spiorad na Nollag isteach anseo.

Chorus:
Agus damhsaimid, ó sea, timpeall na tine te,
Ag canadh amhrán na Nollag faoi réaltaí sa spéir.
Le gloine uisce beatha te agus croí saor,
Is beannacht Nollag é duit agus dom.

Verse 2:
Tá na píobaí ciúin ag seinm sa cheilí,
Agus na fidleacha ag ceol na foinn is maith linn.
Tá páistí ag gáire, a n-aghaidheanna dearga,
Sin é an tslí na Nollag, mar a mhúin na seanóirí dúinn.

Chorus:
Agus damhsaimid, ó sea, timpeall na tine te,
Ag canadh amhrán na Nollag faoi réaltaí sa spéir.
Le gloine uisce beatha te agus croí saor,
Is beannacht Nollag é duit agus dom.

Bridge:
Cé go nglaonn an ghaoth agus go mbíonn na hoícheanta fada,
Tá muid sa bhaile anseo cois tine.
Le grá inár gcroí agus cairde linn,
Scéal atá chomh te leis an tine ó na seanchuimhní.

Verse 3:
Mar sin, ard do ghlór, lig don teach éisteacht,
Lig spiorad na Nollag gach rud a threorú.
Tá rúin na seanchuimhní sa ghleann fós,
Agus fanfaidh an grá a roinnimid go deo linn.

Chorus:
Agus damhsaimid, ó sea, timpeall na tine te,
Ag canadh amhrán na Nollag faoi réaltaí sa spéir.
Le gloine uisce beatha te agus croí saor,
Is beannacht Nollag é duit agus dom.

Outro:
Ó, Nollaig sa ghleann, anseo tá muid bailithe,
Le scéalta, amhráin agus áthas na Nollag.
Sa ghleann beag seo, áit a nascann ár gcroíthe,
Tá spiorad na Nollag ag taitneamh go deo geal.

Christmas Album 2024

Spiorad na Nollag | Christmas Album 2024

🎶 Song Insight: "A Price Unpaid" – 4Me2BeFree 🎶
Some debts are never settled, and some voices refuse to be silenced. "A Price Unpaid" is a haunting journey through fate, regret, and the unrelenting pull of the past. Rooted in the timeless echoes of Celtic folk traditions, this song tells the story of an oath broken, a love lost, and a soul caught between what was and what can never be again.

From the mournful tones of the fiddle to the raw, aching wail of bagpipes, "A Price Unpaid" carries the weight of choices made long ago—choices that cannot be undone. It is a tale of reckoning, where the past comes calling, and no one escapes unscathed.

🔻 Lyrics
[Intro]
"Life stands still where the roads entwine,
No more shelter, no sun to shine."

"A whisper calls from deep within,
The past returns—it drags him in."

[Verse 1]
"The key is turned, the debt is sealed,
The tides have called, the fate revealed."

"Hands unseen now pull the thread,
The price is paid—the oath is dead."

[Pre-Chorus]
"Below the hills, the voices cry,
A price unpaid, a love gone dry."

"His name is lost, his will undone,
The past has come—it claims its son."

[Chorus]
"Stolen love, a hollow vow,
A soul undone, none save him now.
What was built now bends and breaks,
The past has come—it never waits."

[Verse 2]
"A flicker lost, his eyes turned grey,
A shadow stands where once he lay."

"Visions rise, a tale retold,
A hand too cold, a fate too old."

[Bridge]
"Down the depths where spirits weep,
A hand still grasps, it will not sleep."

"No redemption, no reprieve,
No way out—he chose to leave."

[Outro]
"Lay him down where nightmares keep,
The debts run deep, the debts run deep.
Feel the weight, embrace the toll—
The past returns—it takes him whole."

🔻 Personal Reflection
This is my first time writing something in this style. While I may not have deep knowledge of Celtic folk music, Irish melodies and storytelling have been a part of my life since childhood. The themes of fate, loss, and redemption have always fascinated me, and when I first wrote the story behind this song, it felt deeply personal.

The moment I heard the instrumental, I knew this was where it belonged. The music carried the weight of forgotten promises, of voices calling from beyond time. I wanted to honor the haunting beauty of this genre—its ability to make you feel as though you are walking through mist-covered hills, hearing the echoes of those who came before.

I hope that those who truly know and love this music find this piece fitting and respectful. At its core, "A Price Unpaid" is about the universal truth that while languages may differ, emotions do not. Music allows us to share in these stories—of sorrow, of longing, of love lost and found again in the echoes of the past.

🔻 4Me2BeFree
With every track, 4Me2BeFree transforms real emotions into cinematic storytelling. "A Price Unpaid" embodies that vision—melding deep, personal narratives with rich, immersive soundscapes. It’s a song of remembrance, of reckoning, and of surrendering to the inevitability of fate.

Music is the bridge between our past and present. And sometimes, the stories that haunt us the most are the ones that must be told.

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A Price Unpaid

A raw, cinematic track uncovering the truth buried in Irish soil — before saints, there were gods. The Forgotten Gods of Ireland exposes how Christianity didn’t just convert a nation, it repackaged ancient deities as saints, erased native tongues, and rewrote belief. This is a call to remember the old ones — older than Christ, stolen, silenced, but never gone.

FORGOTTEN GODS OF IRELAND (BALLAD)

“My Irish Molly-O” was written in 1905 by William Jerome (lyrics) and Jean Schwartz (for original music). Today it is in the Public Domain.

This version features the original lyrics with a new arrangement and music.

Enjoy this fresh take on a beloved Irish classic — and feel free to share your thoughts!

TBCC

My Irish Molly-O (TBCC_v1)

🌌 Welcome to My World of Music
I create original tracks inspired by emotions, life stories, and futuristic visions. From melancholic tones to deep philosophical reflections and post-apocalyptic worlds – my music is my way of capturing the essence of moments.
I use AI as both a tool and a collaborator to push the boundaries of creativity and deliver something unique. Every track is a statement – sometimes dark, sometimes filled with hope.

🔗 Listen, share, and join me on this musical journey.

"If it didn’t matter, it wouldn’t hurt. Pain is the gift of knowing you’re alive."

4Me2BeFree is more than music—it’s my story, my scars, and my survival. Every song is a piece of me, a raw melody of love, heartbreak, and resilience. I blend AI-generated vocals and instruments with real emotions, turning my experiences—especially from an LGBTQ+ perspective—into something that speaks to anyone who's ever felt lost, broken, or just searching for something real.

Breakup songs? Yeah, they hit different. Music carries us through the worst of it, and every generation finds their own anthems of love, loss, and getting back up. Heartache doesn’t care about age, gender, or where you come from—music connects us all.

I make music because I’ve been there. The pain, the anger, the hope—it's all in these songs. If something here hits home for you, let it. If you feel something, let me know. That’s the connection that keeps this alive.

Amidst the labyrinthine streets of London, where history mmets the modern pulse, I craft spaces that breathe life into walls. As an interior designer, music is the undercurrent that stirs my creativity. It whispers in the quiet moments and roars when ideas ignite. Whether I'm sketching the bones of a new project or wandering through the city's hidden alcoves, melodies from indie anthems to the gentle hum of lo-fi beats accompany me. My playlists reflect my devotion to art, design, and the unique heartbeat of this city. Join me on a journey through the sounds that kindle my spirit and propel me forward in work and life.

From Dublin to Den Haag.
Where drill meets AI.
Everything you see is crafted.
Nothing here is real.
Interpret how you will.

I am a furniture designer and maker with a passion for music and songwriting. While my main profession is in furniture manufacturing, I have been writing lyrics for many years as a creative outlet. My writing is inspired by everyday emotions, personal experiences, and visual aesthetics—often influenced by my design background.

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