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Sinéad O'Connor
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▸ Artist · 1987–1990

Sinéad O'Connor

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OriginIrelandGenrealternative rock, pop rock, reggaeLabelChrysalis Records, Ensign Records, Vanguard Records

With a voice that could shatter glass and a spirit that could ignite revolutions, Sinéad O'Connor made her mark as a formidable force in alternative and pop rock. Hailing from Ireland, she wove together genres like reggae and folk rock, crafting hauntingly beautiful tracks such as "Nothing Compares 2 U" and "Mandinka." Her music often served as a backdrop to her fervent activism, tackling pressing issues like human rights and women's struggles with unflinching honesty. Known for her candidness about her personal journey, O'Connor’s raw emotion resonated deeply, whether in the reflective "The Emperor's New Clothes" or the fervent "I Want Your (Hands On Me)." She was more than a musician; she was a voice for the marginalized, leaving behind a legacy as complex and compelling as the notes she sang.

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I Want Your (Hands On Me)
Sinéad O'Connor
1988
Nothing Compares 2 U
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1990
The Emperor's New Clothes
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1990

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