The song is a tribute to the late Irish guitarist , who passed away in March 2008.

"" is a track by the Irish singer-songwriter Enya , released as the second single from her 2008 album, And Winter Came .... It is notable for being a significant stylistic departure from her typically ethereal, multi-layered vocal sound, featuring a more up-tempo beat and a prominent guitar solo. Meaning and Inspiration

: It is her first song to utilize a steady, driving drum track, giving it a feel that some reviewers likened to indie-rock or even "Oasis-ish". Release Details Album : And Winter Came... (2008) Digital Release : February 2, 2009.

: The lyrics, written by Roma Ryan , touch on the rapid passage of time and significant historical and cultural milestones. These include: The Moon Landing : "One step and we're on the moon". Newton’s Gravity : "An apple falls on his head".

: References to Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture , Elvis Presley ("the King who's still in the news"), B.B. King ("the King to sing you the blues"), and the Beatles' Abbey Road . Musical Style