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Sinéad O'Connor — You Made Me The Thief Of Your Heart
Album: In The Name of the Father OST
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Released: 1994
Length: 5:58
Plays (last 30 days): 2
I hope you're happy now...
...I could never make you so...
you were a hard man...
no harder in this world
you made me cold and you made me hard
and you made me the thief of your heart

Winter is cold...oh!
But you're colder still
and for the first time
I feel like you're mine
I share you with the one who will
mend what falls apart
and turn a blind eye
to the thief of your heart

Ohhh you lost
Ohhh you lost all
you lost all
you lost all

I'll never wash these clothes
I want to keep the stain
Your blood to me is precious
nor would I spill it in vain
your spirit sings
though your lips never part
singing only to me
the thief of your heart

Ohhh you lost

Ohhh you lost
Ohhh you lost all
lost all

Ohhh you lost
Ohhh you lost all
lost all
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Can it really be 20 years since this was released?  
Oh you Lost. You Lost All -... Ireland. What have they done to you?
If Sinéad was alive today, I wonder what she'd say. 

Éirinn go Brách. 
Blessed simplicity and beauty here... Rest In peace Sinead!
The way she used her incredible voice with the powerful music was nothing less than immortal! RIP...
Perhaps Sinéad's finest musical moment . . . and that's saying a lot!
I never got used to her voice. But she's very interesting individual no doubt.
 easmann wrote:

She has a gift, an awesome and mighty gift. To take words and music and imbue them with more life and passion than you think a single song can hold. To transfix the listener and transport them to the place in which the story transpires. To pour her tortured soul into a song and make you feel a little saner and stronger for having shared the experience. 



so true.
Godlike! May God bless you and keep you Sinead ❤️ you are missed!!
A great track from a great movie, performed by a great singer.
It really hurt when I heard the sad news. I've always had deep respect for Sinéad. From the music it was obvious she was a tormented soul, but she kept on pushing on with her unique style and total disregard for abiding by the mainstream.
Great comment William...she is still here
This is one of the best songs of all time.
You'll be sorely missed, it's incredible how tortured she was, and dismissed, yet she was correct well before anyone else had a clue. RIP
Your voice is haunting, and powerful, much like your shadow will be.
 tichy wrote:

I appreciate Bill taking a moment to remember her with us.



Have grow up listing to you all my life, going to miss you my darling. <3
I appreciate Bill taking a moment to remember her with us.
 easmann wrote:

She has a gift, an awesome and mighty gift. To take words and music and imbue them with more life and passion than you think a single song can hold. To transfix the listener and transport them to the place in which the story transpires. To pour her tortured soul into a song and make you feel a little saner and stronger for having shared the experience. 



And she, and her honesty, will be sorely missed.
RIP to an amazing, but troubled talent xx
RIP Sinead, your earthly troubles are now over.
 garthtaljard wrote:
Interesting.  I always had Whitney as #1 for people born in the 1960’s, but Sinead is definitely a contender!
For the generation before, no doubt Barbra holds the title.




streisand was born in 1942, not 1950's.
May her music live on 
Loved her. 😢
so sad, she's gone too soon.
So sorry for this loss.... My deepest respect for you Sinéad, you'll be missed 
So sad she passed away today :(
a voice, and a delivery, like no other. I've been a huge fan ever since her first album came out.
 timmus wrote:

I'm just now reading Sinead converted to Islam in 2018.  That's actually astonishing to hear, considering what she went through with the Catholic church before the 1990s.




Where did you come by this information? Wikipedia?
I'm just now reading Sinead converted to Islam in 2018.  That's actually astonishing to hear, considering what she went through with the Catholic church before the 1990s.
Good ol' skin'ead.
got to watch the film again.
 medoras wrote:

Notwithstanding all the controversy in her life, Sinéad is still a highly underrated and talented musician.



Think I liked her music better when she WAS more controversial! Seems her style has changed enough to notice. Like her voice but, what she's putting out these latter years, doesn't seem as good as earlier years. IMO, of course. 
 garthtaljard wrote:
Interesting.  I always had Whitney as #1 for people born in the 1960’s, but Sinead is definitely a contender!
For the generation before, no doubt Barbra holds the title.




Grace Slick > Barbra Streisand
the Voice, the Voice, the Voice !!!!!
- made from pain and hurt and anger and beauty and strength and passion... and lots of other stuff :)
No f**kin' around with this one - she gets straight at it!
Me  Sinead
 jhorton wrote:

The greatest voice of her generation.

Interesting.  I always had Whitney as #1 for people born in the 1960’s, but Sinead is definitely a contender!
For the generation before, no doubt Barbra holds the title.


One of the best voices in the metaverse! Great lyric! Live forever Danny!
 More_Cowbell wrote:
I have this a 10! Haunting and emotes emotional prosody without doubt!
 
Thanks! I learned  a new word tpday.
 jwolf8609 wrote:

I remember watching this live on SNL. The moment she did it, I thought 'Oh snap. Holy Hell is about to rain all over you.' And then as the smile grew over me face and the hairs started standing up on the back of me neck, I thought 'that was absolutely fucking amazing!'

There are few people that deserve to say "I told you so" more than Sinéad O'Connor.  As of 2020, there has been more than 6700 clergy credibly accused of sexual assault in the US alone.  
 Aud wrote:

guesse she was right in tearing up JPII pix with the info that came out NOV 2020



I remember watching this live on SNL. The moment she did it, I thought 'Oh snap. Holy Hell is about to rain all over you.' And then as the smile grew over me face and the hairs started standing up on the back of me neck, I thought 'that was absolutely fucking amazing!'
 RedTopFireBelow wrote:

Sinead has been and will remain, one of most beautiful voices in music. This tune in particular, is powerful, soulful, and musically brilliant. The only Sinead song I like better is Down-presser Man..




I agree. The fact that she narc'ed Shane McGowan out as a reflection of character does not mean she's not a good singer. The fact that she then went on a press campaign following Shane's arrest and talked about her concern for Shane, how horrible heroin is, and her desire to help him by informing on him. Certainly the part of heroin is true. But I suspect she was more animated by the attention, not concern for Shane.

For the few young ones out there, Shane is an Irish National Treasure and former lead singer in The Pogues.But again, good pipes.
Pure Magic!
Sinead has been and will remain, one of most beautiful voices in music. This tune in particular, is powerful, soulful, and musically brilliant. The only Sinead song I like better is Down-presser Man..
Bill,
Coming out of this song you mention it may be your favorite Sinead O'Connor song. I still like "Emperor's New Clothes" better but "Thief" is at 2.

Thanks for being in charge of rolling the tunes.
Wonderful. This is what music and song in particular is all about: passionate and emotional.
What a loss to the World, Sinéad O'Connor laid to rest yesterday (8.8.23).
guesse she was right in tearing up JPII pix with the info that came out NOV 2020
Never thought I would say this but I like Sinead O’Connor
I have this a 10! Haunting and emotes emotional prosody without doubt!
Being an Indigenous Aussie - it make sense to me!
Got her from this album and loved her since Evermore on ya S.o’C 10/10
 TheKing2 wrote:


The controversy starts here: I think she highly overrated and has an annoying voice.
 
Overrated?!  Maybe overhated, but definitely not overrated.  One of many people that could just lay low and set the world on fire with her music.  Not her style though...she sets it on fire in other ways and it overshadows her music.  Sad, but she is an artist and activist (not to mention tortured by her past).  I get it (as much as a regular Joe can)
In the days of my youth... didn't get her. My how my taste is music has grown.  Been listening here since I believe 2004 might have something to do with it... lol.  Fell in love with her voice, passion, powerful...Love it! Just Like Loreena McKennitt....music for the soul...
This track comes up regularly on RP--only 3 times in the last month? But it grabs me every time. Some people have terrible voices, but can sing up a storm. (Dylan or John Hiatt, anyone?) Others have good voices but aren't particularly good singers. (No examples come to mind, but you know what I mean.) Ms. O'Connor is that wonderful combination of voice and talent. I wish her all the best in her life.
Love this song - go on Sinead - belt it out for your fans and detractors!
and turn a blind eye to the thief of your heart..  I know I have. I love her for her passion be it original or a cover. 
 medoras wrote:
Notwithstanding all the controversy in her life, Sinéad is still a highly underrated and talented musician.
 

The controversy starts here: I think she highly overrated and has an annoying voice.
She has a gift, an awesome and mighty gift. To take words and music and imbue them with more life and passion than you think a single song can hold. To transfix the listener and transport them to the place in which the story transpires. To pour her tortured soul into a song and make you feel a little saner and stronger for having shared the experience. 
Love love love this song.  And the priestess...
 GoodKarm wrote:

I wonder if you would say that to her ... you know... face to face?  Please try to remember the golden rule.  There is too much nasty and negative in the world... IMHO.  
 



Um, I think the point here is that he or she looked at the Daniel Day Lewis cover photo and made a terrible association.  After recognizing the mistake hoped more espresso would somehow help.
 whatshisname wrote:

Aint this music stuff wondrous how it can do that to us.
 
I couldn't agree more...  I pump it up every time it's played and I too, stop in my tracks.   
i love this tune...    Sinead has an outstanding voice and everything she sings is deeply felt
 woodchuk wrote:
This song stops me in my tracks every time!  That insane electric fiddle part toward the end makes the hairs on the back my neck stand up.
 
Aint this music stuff wondrous how it can do that to us.
 GoodKarm wrote:

I wonder if you would say that to her ... you know... face to face?  Please try to remember the golden rule.  There is too much nasty and negative in the world... IMHO.  
 

Perhaps you should be more positive about their 'perceived' negativity.  Just sayin.
 poetista wrote:
Heard Sinead, glanced at screen, saw picture, thought: Wow, that's a really terrible picture of Sinead. She's not aging well — looks like a guy...oh." Yeah. <heads to espresso machine to re-up>
 
I wonder if you would say that to her ... you know... face to face?  Please try to remember the golden rule.  There is too much nasty and negative in the world... IMHO.  
This song stops me in my tracks every time!  That insane electric fiddle part toward the end makes the hairs on the back my neck stand up.
 Stephen_Phillips wrote:
Sinead, if you are reading these comments and whatever beef you might have with Miley Cyrus, The Catholic Church, Irish Politics, all men or past lovers... please don't become a recluse and turn your back on us fans. Although this was recorded 25 years ago I reckon you can still give it out better than any around.
 

Gotta say I'm now confused. Not like I've ever tried (or wanted) to keep up with Shapeshifter O'Connor. No one could anyway. But having words (?), throwing sand in a sandbox (?)  with Miley Cyrus kinda blew right by me. Pity. But not even worth a Google.  

 
Sinead, if you are reading these comments and whatever beef you might have with Miley Cyrus, The Catholic Church, Irish Politics, all men or past lovers... please don't become a recluse and turn your back on us fans. Although this was recorded 25 years ago I reckon you can still give it out better than any around.
 elkabong wrote:
Not matter what, she put out some great music.  Oh, and that voice!!!
 

Yep.  Empire with Bomb The Bass is another one.

Best avatar I've seen for a long time.  Quick Draw McGraw lives.
 tomdpix1 wrote:
I saw the film In the Name of the Father when it came out in 1994 and when the movie ended I did something that I rarely do.  And that is, I stayed for the credits.  The reason being, Sinead's song played while the credits rolled.  This song is absolutely haunting and I had to hear it in its entirety. .
 
that's mad, I didn't exactly the same thing in The Savoy in Dublin, I get chills when I hear this. the opening song as well by Gavin Friday and Bono , leading up to the bomb in the pub, jesus christ, shocked everyone in the cinema.
 On_The_Beach wrote:
Well, she's good, but she's no Miley Cyrus.
 


But seriously, folks... check out the beef between Sinéad and Miley:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sin%C3%A9ad_O'Connor#Open_letter_to_Miley_Cyrus


I saw the film In the Name of the Father when it came out in 1994 and when the movie ended I did something that I rarely do.  And that is, I stayed for the credits.  The reason being, Sinead's song played while the credits rolled.  This song is absolutely haunting and I had to hear it in its entirety. .
Not matter what, she put out some great music.  Oh, and that voice!!!
 Tippster wrote:
 The perfect distillation of Irish anger at the Troubles.  Just... perfect.

Co-written by Bono in case you were unaware.

Reply: I really wish RP would list the songwriters! 

 

bye
 On_The_Beach wrote:

Newsflash: the Miley Cyrus comment was a JOKE.

 
I suspected that was the case. And I cannot picture Sinead swinging on a whale-sized ball and chain.
If you like rarish Sinnead tracks, listen to her version of Silent Night - with good headphones or sound system.
I saw the movie in 1993 and really liked the music so I bought the CD.

Bono and Gavin Friday - "In the Name of the Father" (5:42)The Jimi Hendrix Experience - "Voodoo Child (Slight Return)" (5:09)Bono and Gavin Friday - "Billy Boola" (3:45)The Kinks - "Dedicated Follower of Fashion" (3:00)Trevor Jones - "Interrogation" (7:11)Bob Marley and the Wailers - "Is This Love" (3:51)Trevor Jones - "Walking the Circle" (4:42)Thin Lizzy - "Whiskey in the Jar" (5:44)Trevor Jones - "Passage of Time" (5:52)Sinéad O'Connor - "You Made Me the Thief of Your Heart" (6:21)
 poetista wrote:
Heard Sinead, glanced at screen, saw picture, thought: Wow, that's a really terrible picture of Sinead. She's not aging well — looks like a guy...oh." Yeah.

 
Ya, me too, a for real double take.  I hadn't heard this song, I like it.
 Please, Please, go see the film!!! 1902canoe wrote:

Missed the film and the soundtrack in '94, so this is actually fresh to my ears.... really like it!  I'm somewhat embarrassed because I was really listening to U2 and Sinead back then.  How did I miss this??  I've always loved the U2 soundtrack / side project stuff like Passengers, Million Dollar hotel and Captive, so this is a nice addition to my collection.

 


 On_The_Beach wrote:
Well, she's good, but she's no Miley Cyrus.
 
Singing-wise, I guess opinions can vary, but Sinead's a much better cook than Miley.  You've got to try her Orange-Poppyseed scones - they're awesome.
 DaidyBoy wrote:
Fabulous track, fabulous film.

 
Missed the film and the soundtrack in '94, so this is actually fresh to my ears.... really like it!  I'm somewhat embarrassed because I was really listening to U2 and Sinead back then.  How did I miss this??  I've always loved the U2 soundtrack / side project stuff like Passengers, Million Dollar hotel and Captive, so this is a nice addition to my collection.
 jhorton wrote:
The greatest voice of her generation.

 
Certainly one of them.  I think Bjork is more innovative and playful but the dark Celtic heritage and heartfelt nature of Sinead's singing is more powerful.
Fabulous track, fabulous film.
The greatest voice of her generation.
Heard Sinead, glanced at screen, saw picture, thought: Wow, that's a really terrible picture of Sinead. She's not aging well — looks like a guy...oh." Yeah. <heads to espresso machine to re-up>
Compelling, as always.
Just the kind of mood I'm on on this cloudy Black Friday.
Notwithstanding all the controversy in her life, Sinéad is still a highly underrated and talented musician.
When I go there, I go there with you.
Right now, jeez, this is massively depressing. NEXT!
Despite her personal issues (we all have some), an amazing, unique talent.  I wish the best for her.

Why don't artists can have their privacy? Or someone wanted to schedule a promotional case? ;-))


 
oppositelock wrote:
Glad they found her.

 

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Glad they found her.
 Proclivities wrote:

{#Lol}"The Stultifying Stridency of Florence and Her Effin' Machine."  Wasn't that a novella by Roald Dahl?

 
I SEARCHED AND NO IT WAS NOT!

What kind of world do we live in?! 
 Hannio wrote:
Powerful and intense without the stultifying stridency of Florence and her effin' machine.

 
{#Lol}"The Stultifying Stridency of Florence and Her Effin' Machine."  Wasn't that a novella by Roald Dahl?
Level with your child by being honest. Nobody spots a phony quicker than a heart.
superb.
Is this song about murder?
 Tippster wrote:
 The perfect distillation of Irish anger at the Troubles.  Just... perfect.

Co-written by Bono in case you were unaware.

 
ahhhh......thus your name TIP pster!
Sinead looks a bit masculine in that album cover.
Powerful and intense without the stultifying stridency of Florence and her effin' machine.
 Stingray wrote:
Any single word wrong - what a HASENHIRN!
 
Newsflash: the Miley Cyrus comment was a JOKE.
 On_The_Beach wrote:
Well, she's good, but she's no Miley Cyrus.

 
Any single word wrong - what a HASENHIRN!
Great movie.  Superb song.
 oldnickname wrote:
 
Oh? Really? That explains the overly long vowels and boring segues.



 
Whatever.  The PSD is your friend, I guess.
 Tippster wrote:
Co-written by Bono in case you were unaware.
  
Oh? Really? That explains the overly long vowels and boring segues.


Gripping, powerful song.  Same for the movie!  Only improvement I'd like to hear is to lose the synth-looped drums.
 bertbakker wrote:

Glad she isn't. . . She's not designed by a marketing team
 
Umm,really?
strong voice, I'm transported by it each time, she's lovely
 On_The_Beach wrote:
Well, she's good, but she's no Miley Cyrus.

 
You mean you didn't like Wrecking Ball?  Kidding.
I'll like this song based on the album cover.
Fiddly diddly supremo
 On_The_Beach wrote:
Well, she's good, but she's no Miley Cyrus.

 
Glad she isn't... She's not designed by a marketing team
 TheKing2 wrote:
One of the most overrated Irish musicians.

 
Well, I guess that's better than her being one of the most over-rated Tuvaluan musicians.
 On_The_Beach wrote:
Well, she's good, but she's no Miley Cyrus.
 
 Chuckle, chuckle.
Well, she's good, but she's no Miley Cyrus.

( . . . yes, this was intended as a joke; see mread's post)
political or not, i love her music . 
One of the most overrated Irish musicians.
And I know this is insgnificant, but YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL!
 ottojschlosser wrote:
Sinead can turn up the intensity to a level that would simply be affected and absurd in most artists. With her, it's haunting.

 

Exactly. (Hey neighbor! ) Hillsboro-ite here.....
I never get sick of this one. It just kicks ass in the best, most Celtic-sounding possible way.
 
It really helps to have heard it in the soundtrack while watching In the Name of the Father.